Home care · Buckinghamshire
Children's care at home in Chesham
Of the 32 home care agencies covering Chesham, 3 offer children's care. 33% of the 3 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 89% for children's care across England. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 2 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Quick summary
- Rating changes in Buckinghamshire are checked each day. See what changed recently.
- Good or Outstanding: 1 of the 3 rated agencies, while 2 are rated Inadequate or Requires improvement.
- 3 list dementia as a specialism.
- A care needs assessment from Buckinghamshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Children's care at home in Chesham", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 3agencies registered with CQC
- 33%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 3offer dementia support
- 0inspected or rated since November 2024
Ranked providers of children's care
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 32
- Care for adults under 65 · 29
- Elderly care · 29
- Physical disability care · 27
- Dementia care · 24
- Learning disability care · 15
- Mental health care · 15
- Sensory impairment care · 15
- Supported living · 10
- Substance misuse support · 3
- Children's care · 3
| # | Agency | CQC rating | Last rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caremark (Chiltern & Three Rivers) | Jan 2019 | 0.7 miles | 7 | |
| 2 | Axiom Home Care Limited | Aug 2023 | 6.8 miles | 7 | |
| 3 | Zinnia Care Limited | Sep 2021 | 6.7 miles | 6 |
This table lists each agency covering Chesham registered for children's care, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Chesham centre.
Children's care in Chesham: ratings, size and cost
3 of the 31 agencies covering Chesham are registered with CQC for children's care (10%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 33%, 49 points below the town-wide 82% and below the 89% for children's care across England.
The highest rated agency for children's care is Caremark (Chiltern & Three Rivers). The newest rating is from August 2023 and the oldest from January 2019; 0 fall within the last two years. 1 is based within 2 miles of the centre of Chesham.
Buckinghamshire as a whole has 29 agencies registered for children's care; 76% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Children's care is on 10% of registrations here and 22% across Buckinghamshire.
Typical prices in the South East: about £33.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,610 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About children's care
Families of disabled children, or of children with complex health needs, can get help at home: carers give personal care, support health routines and let parents take short breaks.
Before you choose: questions on children's care
- Can we have the same carers each time?
- How do you plan for the move to adult services?
- How much notice do you need for short breaks?
- How do you work with school and health professionals?
- What experience do carers have with children of this age and need?
Helpline: Contact helpline for families with disabled children, 0808 808 3555. How to get assessed by Buckinghamshire.
Children's care around Chesham
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesham | – | 3 | 1 |
| Bovingdon | 3.3 mi | 8 | 2 |
| Berkhamsted | 3.8 mi | 8 | 2 |
| Prestwood | 5.4 mi | 7 | 3 |
| Chalfont St Giles | 5.8 mi | 6 | 2 |
| Tring | 6.3 mi | 9 | 6 |
| Chorleywood | 6.3 mi | 9 | 6 |
Council help
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- What the council and the NHS may pay, with the 2026/27 savings limits
- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
Children's care in Chesham: your questions answered
How many agencies in Chesham offer children's care?
Children's care is a registered specialism for 3 of the 32 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Chesham (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Caremark (Chiltern & Three Rivers).
Are home care agencies in Chesham well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 1 (33%) of the 3 rated; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate.
How much does home care cost in Chesham?
Typical 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Hourly rates vary between agencies more than between regions; ask each agency for its full price list, including weekend and bank holiday rates. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Read the full cost guide.
Will I get help from Buckinghamshire council with the cost of home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Buckinghamshire council cannot charge for it and must offer it to every person who seems to need support (Care Act 2014). If your savings and investments come to under £23,250, it may then contribute following a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care in your own home the property is left out. Separately, Attendance Allowance has no means test. Getting in touch with Buckinghamshire council.
How should I compare agencies in Chesham?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: none of the 3 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years. Older reports: 3. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. A checklist to help.
How do nearby towns compare with Chesham for children's care?
Counting children's care: Chesham 3 (1 Good or Outstanding); Bovingdon (3.3 miles): 8, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Little Chalfont (3.6 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Berkhamsted (3.8 miles): 8, 2 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Provider details from the Care Quality Commission register, updated Oct 2026. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The Care Panel is not a care provider.