Home care · Wirral
Children's care at home in Hoylake
6 of the 42 home care agencies covering Hoylake offer children's care. 100% of the 4 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 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. 3 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 1 registered in the last two years.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- Among the 4 rated agencies, 4 hold a Good or Outstanding rating. 2 are not rated yet.
- You can ask Wirral council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
- For dementia support, 2 have it on their CQC registration.
- We check for new CQC ratings in Wirral daily: see the latest changes.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Children's care at home in Hoylake", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 6agencies on the CQC register
- 100%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 2support people with dementia
- 1with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Who offers children's care in Hoylake
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 42
- Elderly care · 38
- Care for adults under 65 · 37
- Physical disability care · 31
- Mental health care · 26
- Dementia care · 26
- Sensory impairment care · 24
- Learning disability care · 20
- Supported living · 13
- Substance misuse support · 10
- Children's care · 6
- Eating disorder support · 3
| # | Home care agency | Overall rating | Last rated | Office | Extra specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AJ and Friends | Nov 2021 | under 0.5 miles | 5 | |
| 2 | 203 Hoylake Road | Oct 2024 | 2.8 miles | 5 | |
| 3 | The Italian Lodge | Dec 2018 | 5.7 miles | 3 | |
| 4 | N-Able Services Limited | Jul 2019 | 6.5 miles | 4 | |
| 5 | Faith20 Care Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 6.1 miles | 6 |
| 6 | Tender Caregivers | Not yet rated | – | 6.9 miles | 6 |
The full list for children's care covering Hoylake: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
How children's care in Hoylake compares
6 of the 42 agencies covering Hoylake are registered with CQC for children's care (14%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 100%, 6 points above the town-wide 94% and above the 89% for children's care across England.
The highest rated agencies for children's care are AJ and Friends, 203 Hoylake Road and The Italian Lodge. 1 has a rating from the past two years. Oldest: December 2018. Newest: October 2024. Offices within 2 miles of Hoylake centre: 1. Not yet rated: 2. That is usual for services registered recently.
Council-wide, 9 agencies in Wirral list children's care, and 100% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Share registered for children's care: 14% here, 18% across Wirral.
Live-in care in the North West 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
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 worth asking about children's care
- How do you plan for the move to adult services?
- Can we have the same carers each time?
- How do you work with school and health professionals?
- How much notice do you need for short breaks?
- Can support be paid for with a direct payment from the council?
Free advice: Contact helpline for families with disabled children, 0808 808 3555. How to get assessed by Wirral.
Children's care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoylake | – | 6 | 4 |
| Meols | 1.0 mi | 8 | 5 |
| West Kirby | 1.5 mi | 6 | 4 |
| Greasby | 2.5 mi | 15 | 7 |
| Heswall | 5.3 mi | 14 | 8 |
| Birkenhead | 5.5 mi | 31 | 17 |
| Wallasey | 5.5 mi | 32 | 17 |
Council help
Wirral
Savings under £23,250? Wirral 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 Wirral
Free · by email
Free care cost report for Hoylake
- 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 Hoylake: your questions answered
How many agencies in Hoylake offer children's care?
Children's care is a registered specialism for 6 of the 42 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Hoylake (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are AJ and Friends, 203 Hoylake Road and The Italian Lodge.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Hoylake?
4 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 4 with a rating, with 2 Outstanding. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 2 here are still unrated.
What does home care cost in Hoylake?
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.
Does Wirral council fund home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Wirral 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 Wirral council.
How do I choose between agencies in Hoylake?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 6 was inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 3. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more children's care in towns near Hoylake?
In Hoylake there are 6, 4 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Meols (1.0 miles): 8, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; West Kirby (1.5 miles): 6, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Greasby (2.5 miles): 15, 7 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 Hoylake area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Hoylake
- Children's care in Meols 1.0 mi
- Children's care in West Kirby 1.5 mi
- Children's care in Greasby 2.5 mi
- Children's care in Heswall 5.3 mi
- Children's care in Birkenhead 5.5 mi
- Children's care in Wallasey 5.5 mi
- Children's care in Bebington 8.4 mi
- Children's care in Neston 8.7 mi
Also in Hoylake, and guides
Seen some that might suit? Ask about start dates and costs.
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.