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Care homes in Ruislip offering learning disability care
13 of the 33 care homes in Ruislip offer learning disability care and 186 registered beds, from 12 providers. Santa Bapoo has the most, at 2. Of the 13 CQC has rated, 92% are Good or Outstanding, against 86% for learning disability care across England. Our estimate of typical fees in Ruislip: about £1,620 a week for residential careestimated. 1 care home was last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was 78 Hoylake Crescent, rated Good on 16 July 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Key points
- CQC rates 12 of the 13 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding, 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
- We check for new CQC ratings in London daily: see the latest changes.
- 4 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia; 1 provide nursing care.
- You can ask the London Borough of Hillingdon for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Ruislip offering learning disability care", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 13registered care homes
- 92%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 4offer dementia support
- 7inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Who offers learning disability care in Ruislip
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 33
- Elderly care · 26
- Residential care · 24
- Care for adults under 65 · 22
- Dementia care · 20
- Mental health care · 16
- Learning disability care · 13
- Physical disability care · 11
- Nursing care · 9
- Sensory impairment care · 5
| Rank | Care home | CQC rating | Date rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poplars Care Home | Nov 2025 | 27 | No | |
| 2 | 78 Hoylake Crescent | Jul 2026 | 4 | No | |
| 3 | Santa Care | May 2025 | 4 | No | |
| 4 | Real Life Options - 90 Capel Gardens | Jun 2026 | 6 | No | |
| 5 | 18 Argyle Road | Feb 2025 | 4 | No | |
| 6 | Eastbury Nursing Home | Jun 2025 | 20 | Yes | |
| 7 | Whitby Dene | May 2023 | 60 | No | |
| 8 | Santa Care | Jun 2024 | 5 | No | |
| 9 | Sophia Care Home | Aug 2024 | 7 | No | |
| 10 | High Worple | Oct 2023 | 5 | No | |
| 11 | Greenways | Jun 2023 | 16 | No | |
| 12 | Harrow Council - Bedford House | Jan 2019 | 20 | No | |
| 13 | 694 Pinner Road | Aug 2025 | 8 | No |
Every care home in Ruislip registered with CQC for learning disability care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is.
How learning disability care in Ruislip compares
13 of the 33 care homes in Ruislip are registered with CQC for learning disability care (39%). Of those rated, 92% are Good or Outstanding: 2 points below the 94% for every care home here, and above the England figure of 86% for learning disability care.
Poplars Care Home, 78 Hoylake Crescent and Santa Care lead the list for learning disability care. 7 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from January 2019 and the newest from July 2026. Together they hold 186 registered beds; 1 also provides nursing care.
Across Hillingdon, 15 care homes are registered for learning disability care, and 86% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 39% of care homes list learning disability care, compared with 32% across Hillingdon.
Expect around £1,615 weekly for residential care in London, or £1,850 with nursing; specialist care can be dearer, so get every home's price list. How these costs are worked out.
What learning disability care involves
The goal is simple to state: adults with a learning disability get support to lead the lives they want. In practice that can mean building everyday skills, going to health appointments, finding work or a course, and keeping up friendships. The best services put the person's own wishes first and follow the CQC guidance known as "Right support, right care, right culture".
Questions to ask care homes about learning disability care
- What happens if the person wants to change their support?
- How do you reduce restrictive practices?
- How do you support work, education, hobbies and relationships?
- How do you choose staff who match the person?
- How are families and advocates involved in decisions?
Where to get support: Mencap Learning Disability Helpline, 0808 808 1111. All learning disability care in Hillingdon.
Learning disability care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruislip | – | 13 | 12 |
| Pinner | 2.1 mi | 26 | 22 |
| Hillingdon | 2.5 mi | 15 | 12 |
| Northwood | 2.5 mi | 10 | 8 |
| Harrow | 3.8 mi | 24 | 20 |
| Rickmansworth | 4.9 mi | 3 | 3 |
| Stanmore | 5.8 mi | 24 | 21 |
Council support
Hillingdon
A care needs assessment from the London Borough of Hillingdon is free whatever your savings. With savings below £23,250, the council may help pay.
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Common questions about learning disability care in Ruislip
How many care homes in Ruislip offer learning disability care?
Learning disability care is offered by 13 of the 33 registered care homes in Ruislip (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Poplars Care Home, 78 Hoylake Crescent and Santa Care.
How does CQC rate care homes in Ruislip?
12 (92%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 13 with a rating; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What does a care home cost in Ruislip?
Self-funder fees in London: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,615 a week; nursing home £1,850 a week. Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). Read the full cost guide.
Does the London Borough of Hillingdon fund a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which the London Borough of Hillingdon must offer free (Care Act 2014). England's upper capital limit is £23,250; the value of a home normally counts towards a care home means test, except where a partner or some relatives still occupy it, and not for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. Towards nursing costs, the NHS pays NHS-funded nursing care for residents who qualify. Getting in touch with the London Borough of Hillingdon.
How do I choose between care homes in Ruislip?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 7 of 13 were inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 6. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed care and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more learning disability care in towns near Ruislip?
In Ruislip there are 13, 12 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Pinner (2.1 miles): 26, 22 rated Good or Outstanding; Hillingdon (2.5 miles): 15, 12 rated Good or Outstanding; Northwood (2.5 miles): 10, 8 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Learning disability care near Ruislip
- Learning disability care in Pinner 2.1 mi
- Learning disability care in Hillingdon 2.5 mi
- Learning disability care in Northwood 2.5 mi
- Learning disability care in Harrow 3.8 mi
- Learning disability care in Rickmansworth 4.9 mi
- Learning disability care in Bushey 5.7 mi
- Learning disability care in Gerrards Cross 5.8 mi
- Learning disability care in Stanmore 5.8 mi
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