Home care · Hampshire
Children's care at home in Barton on Sea
5 out of 36 home care agencies covering Barton on Sea are registered for children's care. 100% of the 5 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, next to 89% for children's care across England; 2 are Outstanding. 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 a rating more than four years old. On 17 February 2026, St Anne's Care Home was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- Latest CQC rating changes in Hampshire, checked daily.
- For dementia support, 5 have it on their CQC registration.
- You can ask Hampshire council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
To cite: "Children's care at home in Barton on Sea", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 5agencies registered with CQC
- 100%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 5support people with dementia
- 1inspected or rated since October 2024
Who offers children's care in Barton on Sea
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 36
- Care for adults under 65 · 34
- Physical disability care · 33
- Elderly care · 33
- Dementia care · 30
- Sensory impairment care · 27
- Learning disability care · 17
- Mental health care · 14
- Children's care · 5
- Supported living · 4
- Substance misuse support · 3
| # | Agency | CQC rating | Last rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aucklands Care | Dec 2023 | 6.0 miles | 8 | |
| 2 | St Anne's Care Home | Feb 2026 | 6.0 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | CAS Care Solutions | Nov 2022 | 0.8 miles | 6 | |
| 4 | Agincare UK New Milton | Jan 2020 | 0.9 miles | 5 | |
| 5 | Bluebird Care (New Forest) | May 2018 | 5.5 miles | 7 |
The full list for children's care covering Barton on Sea: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
Children's care in Barton on Sea by the numbers
14% of Barton on Sea's agencies (5 of 36) hold a CQC registration for children's care. Their Good or Outstanding share is 100%, 3 points above the town-wide 97% and above the 89% for children's care across England.
The highest rated agencies for children's care are Aucklands Care, St Anne's Care Home and CAS Care Solutions. 1 has a rating from the past two years. Oldest: May 2018. Newest: February 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Barton on Sea centre: 2.
Hampshire as a whole has 60 agencies registered for children's care; 93% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Share registered for children's care: 14% here, 17% across Hampshire.
Live-in care in the South East runs at around £1,610 a week; visiting care is about £33.50 an hour on weekdays, more in the evening and at weekends. How these costs are worked out.
What children's care involves
Care for children at home supports disabled children and young people, or those with complex health needs, and their families: personal care, short breaks for parents and help with health routines.
Questions worth asking about children's care
- How much notice do you need for short breaks?
- How do you work with school and health professionals?
- Can we have the same carers each time?
- How do you plan for the move to adult services?
- How do you handle safeguarding and DBS checks?
Helpline: Contact helpline for families with disabled children, 0808 808 3555. Ask Hampshire for a care needs assessment.
Children's care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton on Sea | – | 5 | 5 |
| New Milton | 0.9 mi | 5 | 5 |
| Christchurch | 3.9 mi | 18 | 10 |
| Lymington | 5.1 mi | 3 | 3 |
| Ringwood | 8.9 mi | 8 | 6 |
| Bournemouth | 8.9 mi | 30 | 20 |
| St Leonards | 9.9 mi | 15 | 11 |
Council support
Hampshire
Savings under £23,250? Hampshire council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
How to ask for an assessment, paying for care and direct payments in Hampshire
Free · by email
Free care cost report for Barton on Sea
- Typical local prices for home care, overnight and live-in care
- 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 Barton on Sea: your questions answered
Who offers children's care at home in Barton on Sea?
Of the 36 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Barton on Sea, 5 list children's care as a specialism (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Aucklands Care, St Anne's Care Home and CAS Care Solutions.
How are home care agencies in Barton on Sea rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 5. Of those, 5 (100%) are Good or Outstanding, 2 of them Outstanding.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Barton on Sea?
Typical prices across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Agencies differ more than regions do on hourly rates, so request a complete tariff from each one, covering weekends and bank holidays too. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. See our full cost guide.
Can Hampshire council help pay for home care?
Two sources of help: Attendance Allowance, which ignores savings and is for people over State Pension age, and the council. By law (Care Act 2014) Hampshire council must assess care needs at no charge for people who look as if they need support; if savings and investments are under £23,250, it may pay a share once your finances are assessed, depending on income. With care at home, the house itself is not included. How to reach Hampshire council.
How can I pick between agencies in Barton on Sea?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 1 of the 5 on this page was inspected or rated in the past two years, and 4 have an older report. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? See the checklist.
What about children's care in towns near Barton on Sea?
Barton on Sea has 5, with 5 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: New Milton (0.9 miles): 5, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Christchurch (3.9 miles): 18, 10 rated Good or Outstanding; Lymington (5.1 miles): 3, 3 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.