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Children's care at home in Stanmore
Children's care is offered by 32 of the 105 home care agencies covering Stanmore. CQC has rated 22 of them, and 95% are Good or Outstanding (versus 89% for children's care across England). We estimate typical fees here at about £37.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,800 a week for live-in careestimated. 10 home care agencies were last rated more than four years ago and 2 registered since October 2024. Most recently, Fission Care Ltd was rated Good on 19 June 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Key points
- Among the 22 rated agencies, 21 hold a Good or Outstanding rating; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate; 10 are still waiting for a first rating.
- We check for new CQC ratings in London daily: see the latest changes.
- Whatever your savings, the London Borough of Harrow will assess care needs for free.
- 28 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
To cite: "Children's care at home in Stanmore", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 32registered agencies
- 95%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 28support people with dementia
- 7rated or inspected within two years
Children's care in Stanmore: providers ranked
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 105
- Elderly care · 96
- Care for adults under 65 · 95
- Dementia care · 88
- Physical disability care · 84
- Sensory impairment care · 73
- Mental health care · 61
- Learning disability care · 53
- Children's care · 32
- Supported living · 26
- Eating disorder support · 17
- Substance misuse support · 14
Every agency covering Stanmore registered with CQC for children's care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Children's care in Stanmore: what the data shows
30% of Stanmore's agencies (32 of 105) hold a CQC registration for children's care. Their Good or Outstanding share is 95%, 4 points above the town-wide 91% and above the 89% for children's care across England.
The highest rated agencies for children's care are Priocare Health Solutions Ltd - Harrow, Fission Care Ltd and Pecna Care Ltd. 7 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from March 2019 and the newest from June 2026. 16 have an office within 2 miles of Stanmore centre. 10 still await a first CQC rating.
Here 30% of agencies list children's care, compared with 29% across Harrow.
Visiting home care in London typically costs about £37.50 an hour on weekdays (more at evenings and weekends); live-in care is around £1,800 a week. Our cost method.
What to expect from children's care
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 to ask agencies about children's care
- How do you handle safeguarding and DBS checks?
- Are carers trained in the child's specific health needs?
- What experience do carers have with children of this age and need?
- Can support be paid for with a direct payment from the council?
- How much notice do you need for short breaks?
Support: Contact helpline for families with disabled children, 0808 808 3555. Getting a care needs assessment from Harrow.
Where else nearby offers children's care
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanmore | – | 32 | 21 |
| Edgware | 1.3 mi | 23 | 13 |
| Harrow | 2.3 mi | 27 | 19 |
| Bushey | 2.9 mi | 62 | 40 |
| Borehamwood | 3.3 mi | 77 | 49 |
| Pinner | 3.7 mi | 18 | 16 |
| Brent | 4.4 mi | 39 | 26 |
Your council
Harrow
Savings under £23,250? The London Borough of Harrow 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 Harrow
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Free care cost report for Stanmore
- 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 Stanmore: your questions answered
Who offers children's care at home in Stanmore?
Of the 105 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 3 miles of Stanmore, 32 list children's care as a specialism (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Priocare Health Solutions Ltd - Harrow, Fission Care Ltd and Pecna Care Ltd.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Stanmore have?
Of the 22 that have been rated, 21 (95%) are rated Good or Outstanding, and 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate. 10 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
What are typical home care prices in Stanmore?
Typical prices in London in 2026: visiting care £30–£40 an hour; sleeping night £190–£230; waking night £240–£320; live-in care £1,300–£1,800 a week. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. See our full cost guide.
Will the London Borough of Harrow 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) the London Borough of Harrow 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 the London Borough of Harrow.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Stanmore?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed visits, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, 7 of the 32 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years, and 15 have an older report. See the checklist.
How does Stanmore compare with nearby towns for children's care?
Nearest towns we cover: Edgware (1.3 miles): 23, 13 rated Good or Outstanding; Harrow (2.3 miles): 27, 19 rated Good or Outstanding; Bushey (2.9 miles): 62, 40 rated Good or Outstanding. Stanmore itself has 32, 21 of them Good or Outstanding.
Short on time? We'll pass on your request.
One short form is all it takes: a maximum of three providers in the Stanmore area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Stanmore
- Children's care in Edgware 1.3 mi
- Children's care in Harrow 2.3 mi
- Children's care in Bushey 2.9 mi
- Children's care in Borehamwood 3.3 mi
- Children's care in Pinner 3.7 mi
- Children's care in Brent 4.4 mi
- Children's care in Barnet 4.7 mi
- Children's care in Radlett 4.7 mi
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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.