A CARE home has been rated outstanding after an unannounced visit by inspectors.

Langley Park Care Home, near Durham, received the highest possible rating from Care Quality Commission inspectors.

People living in the home, run by Four Seasons Health Care, felt safe and supported and they were treated with care, understanding and consideration.

It praised the relaxed culture in the home, which was said to be full of laughter, singing and dancing.

Inspectors found: “The mood set by staff was infectious. This led to a happy and contented atmosphere.”

Jacky Reed,from Four Seasons Health Care, said: “It’s a credit to the dedication of the care team that Langley Park was rated as outstanding and heartening to see the very positive comments by relatives and care professionals.”