Four Seasons Health Care

The Headington Care Home

CQC good60 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green SurroundingsExcellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well ServedExcellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressRoosevelt Dr, Headington, Oxford OX3 7XR
Beds60
Weekly feefrom £1,480 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2000
All-inclusiveYes

About

The Headington is a purpose-built care home in Headington, Oxford, operated by Gold Care Homes, providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care on both a long-term and short-term basis. Many of its spacious, well-appointed bedrooms have en-suite wet-room facilities, and communal areas include several lounges and dining rooms, a hair salon and a pleasant landscaped garden.

Daily life is built around a dedicated activities programme of arts and crafts, live entertainment and regular social clubs, with dining that caters to varied preferences and 24-hour care for older adults with a range of needs. The home sits close to local shops, parks and public transport, around five miles from Oxford city centre.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Terrace Area
Wifi

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

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.1 mi
Train station5.5 mi
GP surgery0.7 mi
Hospital0.9 mi
Local pub0.7 mi
Shops0.3 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingAdequate
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

454 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime28%
Shoplifting19%
Bicycle theft10%
Other theft9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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The Headington Care Home
The Headington Care Home

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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Local health safety net

The Headington Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is John Radcliffe Hospital, 0.9 miles away. The local GP practice is ST BARTHOLOMEWS & HOLLOW WAY MED CENTRE, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
John Radcliffe Hospital · 0.9 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
ST BARTHOLOMEWS & HOLLOW WAY MED CENTRE · 0.7 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Headington located?
It is situated in Oxford and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of The Headington?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. The Headington is rated as **good**, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at The Headington?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia.
How many beds does The Headington have?
Currently, there are 60 beds at the home.
Who owns The Headington?
This care home is owned and operated by Four Seasons Health Care.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at The Headington, including: Baking & Cooking, Dance & Music, Gardening & Flower Arranging.
What is the cost of care at The Headington?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At The Headington the cost of care starts from £1,480 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01865 638313 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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