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The Pines

The Pines is a care home in Solihull, run by Extel Limited. CQC rated it Good overall in April 2026 (last checked 27 April 2026). It has 6 beds. It is registered to support people with a learning disability or autism and people with mental health needs.

  • Care home without nursing

29 Bishopton Close, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4AH

What CQC says

Overall rating

Goodrated 5 months ago (27 April 2026)

The service is performing well and meeting expectations.

Last checked by CQC: 27 April 2026.

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The five key questions

CQC rates each service on five questions. Each has its own rating.

  • Is it safe?

    Goodrated 5 months ago (27 April 2026)
  • Is it effective?

    Goodrated 5 months ago (27 April 2026)
  • Is it caring?

    Goodrated 5 months ago (27 April 2026)
  • Is it responsive to people’s needs?

    Goodrated 5 months ago (27 April 2026)
  • Is it well-led?

    Goodrated 5 months ago (27 April 2026)

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About this service

Type of care
Care home without nursing
Who it supports
Learning disability or autism, Mental health needs
Number of beds
6
Nursing care
No, personal care only
Registered since
29 December 2010
Local council area
Solihull

Who runs it

Provider
Extel Limited
Kind of provider
Company or organisation

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