Barchester Healthcare

Newington Court Care Home

Nursing home in Swale, Kent

Operated by Barchester Healthcare

CQC Good58 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressKeycol Hill, Newington, Sittingbourne ME9 7LG
Beds58
Weekly feefrom £1,529 · 2026
En-suite83%
Opened1998

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About

Newington Court Care Home, operated by Barchester Healthcare, is located in Swale, Kent, and provides nursing, residential, respite and dementia care to 58 residents. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

The home delivers 24-hour nursing care and support to older people, those with disabilities, and people living with dementia. It accepts residents of all ages and offers short-stay respite provision alongside longer-term placements.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery1.3 miles
A&E: Medway Maritime Hospital6.6 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station0.8 miles
Shops1.2 miles
Pub or bar0.7 miles
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtLimited
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

22 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime36%
Anti-social behaviour32%
Drugs9%
Other theft9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,529
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Kent usually pays £1,187 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £342 a week.

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Kent council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Kent pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,063
2025—£1,187
2026£1,529—

What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.

Local health safety net

Newington Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Medway Maritime Hospital, 6.6 miles away. The local GP practice is THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE, 1.3 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Medway Maritime Hospital · 6.6 mi
Nearest GP
THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE · 1.3 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Swale

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age UK Faversham and Sittingbourne

The charity provides a range of services to support older people including:Wellbeing activities, Physical activity opportunities, Social day centres, Information advice & guidance, community…

3.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1152234)
Charity

Bearsted and District University of the Third Age

A charity for the advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who have retired from fulltime work, including associated benefits conducive to learning and…

3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1182986)
Charity

Swale Community and Voluntary Services

SCVS is an umbrella organisation offering support including training to voluntary organisations in Swale and as an accredited volunteer centre offer a volunteer brokerage service. We operate a…

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1179734)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Newington Court?
This facility is based in Sittingbourne and is conveniently near to many local conveniences.
How does the CQC evaluate Newington Court?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Newington Court has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Newington Court offer?
This home provides various forms of senior care such as nursing, temporary respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Newington Court?
At present, Newington Court can accommodate 58 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Newington Court?
Barchester Healthcare is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Newington Court offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Horticulture & Floral Design, Literature and Poetry, as well as Dance & Music.
How much does care at Newington Court cost?
The cost of care at Newington Court begins at £1,529 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific care needs of the elderly resident.

For a more accurate estimate, please contact the home directly at 01795 507292 to discuss your individual requirements.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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