Home care · Northumberland
Children's care at home in Cramlington
16 out of 68 home care agencies covering Cramlington are registered for children's care, run by 15 different providers. The largest is HH Community Care Limited, with 2. Among the 11 with a CQC rating, 100% are Good or Outstanding, next to 89% for children's care across England; 3 are Outstanding. Typical fees here come to about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 5 home care agencies have a rating more than four years old and 4 registered with CQC within the past two years. On 22 July 2026, ISSAC was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- Rating changes in Northumberland are checked each day. See what changed recently.
- 10 list dementia as a specialism.
- Northumberland council offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
- Among the 11 rated agencies, 11 hold a Good or Outstanding rating and 5 are not yet rated.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Children's care at home in Cramlington", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 16registered agencies
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 10support people with dementia
- 5rated or inspected within two years
Ranked providers of children's care
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 68
- Care for adults under 65 · 59
- Elderly care · 58
- Physical disability care · 57
- Dementia care · 50
- Sensory impairment care · 48
- Mental health care · 46
- Learning disability care · 41
- Supported living · 20
- Children's care · 16
- Eating disorder support · 11
- Substance misuse support · 9
| Rank | Agency | CQC rating | Date rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | G&P Healthcare Limited | Dec 2021 | 1.1 miles | 9 | |
| 2 | Nupath Care Northumberland | Jul 2026 | 1.6 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | Homecare Plus Limited | Nov 2025 | 4.7 miles | 7 | |
| 4 | New Beginnings North East Ltd | May 2026 | 5.6 miles | 6 | |
| 5 | Flexible Support Options Ltd, Shiremoor Farm House | May 2025 | 5.8 miles | 6 | |
| 6 | ISSAC | Jul 2026 | 6.8 miles | 8 | |
| 7 | Helping Hands - East Northumberland | Jun 2022 | 1.4 miles | 9 | |
| 8 | Everlasting Care Ltd | Dec 2023 | 6.4 miles | 6 | |
| 9 | North East Care Management Limited | Jul 2019 | 3.5 miles | 6 | |
| 10 | Interactive Development Support Limited | Nov 2019 | 5.8 miles | 5 | |
| 11 | New Prospects | Feb 2019 | 6.3 miles | 6 | |
| 12 | Abihealth North Tyneside | Not yet rated | – | 5.2 miles | 3 |
| 13 | Brighter Stays Limited - Newcastle | Not yet rated | – | 5.2 miles | 7 |
| 14 | Primary Care Recruitment Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 5.4 miles | 4 |
| 15 | RICMS Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 5.9 miles | 3 |
| 16 | Quality First Care Services (Northumberland) | Not yet rated | – | 6.2 miles | 6 |
Every agency covering Cramlington registered with CQC for children's care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Children's care in Cramlington by the numbers
16 of the 68 agencies covering Cramlington are registered with CQC for children's care (24%). Of those rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding: 5 points above the 95% for every agency here, and above the England figure of 89% for children's care.
G&P Healthcare Limited, Nupath Care Northumberland and Homecare Plus Limited lead the list for children's care. 5 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from February 2019 and the newest from July 2026. 3 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Cramlington. 5 still await a first CQC rating.
Here 24% of agencies list children's care, compared with 16% across Northumberland.
Typical prices in the North 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.
Questions to ask agencies 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?
Support: Contact helpline for families with disabled children, 0808 808 3555. How to get assessed by Northumberland.
Children's care around Cramlington
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington | – | 16 | 11 |
| Dudley | 2.0 mi | 28 | 21 |
| Seaton Delaval | 2.6 mi | 17 | 11 |
| Blyth | 3.4 mi | 12 | 8 |
| Longbenton | 4.5 mi | 43 | 33 |
| Whitley Bay | 5.7 mi | 20 | 14 |
| Ashington | 6.4 mi | 3 | 3 |
Council help
Northumberland
Savings under £23,250? Northumberland 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 Northumberland
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Free care cost report for Cramlington
- 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
Common questions about children's care in Cramlington
How many agencies in Cramlington offer children's care?
Children's care is a registered specialism for 16 of the 68 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Cramlington (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are G&P Healthcare Limited, Nupath Care Northumberland and Homecare Plus Limited.
How are home care agencies in Cramlington rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 11. Of those, 11 (100%) are Good or Outstanding, with 3 Outstanding. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 5 here are still unrated.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Cramlington?
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. 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. Read the full cost guide.
Can Northumberland council help pay for home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Northumberland 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 Northumberland council.
How can I pick between agencies in Cramlington?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 5 of the 16 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years. Older reports: 6. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? A checklist to help.
What about children's care in towns near Cramlington?
Cramlington has 16, with 11 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Dudley (2.0 miles): 28, 21 rated Good or Outstanding; Seaton Delaval (2.6 miles): 17, 11 rated Good or Outstanding; Blyth (3.4 miles): 12, 8 rated 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 Cramlington area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Cramlington
- Children's care in Dudley 2.0 mi
- Children's care in Seaton Delaval 2.6 mi
- Children's care in Blyth 3.4 mi
- Children's care in Longbenton 4.5 mi
- Children's care in Whitley Bay 5.7 mi
- Children's care in Ashington 6.4 mi
- Children's care in Wallsend 6.5 mi
- Children's care in Morpeth 6.7 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.