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The Paddock
80 High Street, Lydd, Romney Marsh, TN29 9AN — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How The Paddock was rated
Rating published 05/09/2018. Read the full inspection report.
- 17 bedsRegistered capacity
- KentCouncil for care funding
- 01797 321292Care home's own number
- Mr Laurence John WaittOperator
- 17th January 2025Registered since
- Mr Laurence John WaittRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at The Paddock
The Paddock is a Care Home in Romney Marsh, Kent, offering Residential, Sensory Impairment, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
The Paddock was registered with the Care Quality Commission in January 2025. It is run by Mr Laurence John Waitt, an individual registered as a care provider. It is the only care home Mr Laurence John Waitt has registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities, people with sensory impairments and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Its current rating was inherited from the home's previous registration, which CQC does when a home changes provider. It reflects an inspection under the earlier owner until CQC inspects the home again.
In more detail
Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has The Paddock been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated The Paddock "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published September 2018.
What types of care does The Paddock provide?
The Paddock provides Residential, Sensory Impairment, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does The Paddock have?
The Paddock is registered for 17 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs The Paddock?
The Paddock is run by Mr Laurence John Waitt, an individual registered as a care provider.
When was The Paddock registered with CQC?
The Paddock has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since January 2025.
Who does The Paddock care for?
CQC registers The Paddock to care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities, people with sensory impairments and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does The Paddock provide nursing care?
No. The Paddock is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers The Paddock?
The Paddock is in the Kent council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to The Paddock?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Romney Marsh, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.