A mock inspection is a comprehensive review of your care provision, designed to mirror the process of a real CQC inspection. It identifies gaps, risks, and improvement areas before the regulator arrives, giving you time to correct issues and prepare effectively.
Our inspection covers everything from documentation and policies to staff knowledge, care delivery, and the environment. We align our assessment with the 5 Key Questions and the CQC quality framework to provide you with a realistic preview.
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Predict your likely CQC rating
(Outstanding/Good/RI/Inadequate) with confidence-rated estimates
See prediction confidence level
based on assessment thoroughness and data quality
Identify priority gaps
by potential impact on rating outcome
Track improvement
between assessments and see progress
Expert interpretation
of findings and predictive insights
Predictions are estimates based on our methodology and may differ from actual CQC inspection outcomes. See our Terms of service for details.
Reduce the risk of non-compliance or enforcement action
Gain clarity on what the CQC will look for during inspection
Get a prioritised, actionable improvement plan
Reassure your team and build confidence
Stay one step ahead of regulatory changes
Our inspections are structured and thorough, typically reviewing:
Conversations with residents, family and, friends
Review of complaints and compliments
Feedback from healthcare professionals
Observations of staff interactions and resident engagement
Evaluation of community engagement and outreach
Discussions with staff regarding care delivery and culture
Premises walkthrough
Infection prevention and control (IPC)
Health and safety compliance
Food hygiene and kitchen practices
Observations of care delivery & practices
Environmental suitability and adaptations to meet individual needs
Availability of call bells, sensor mats, and other safety equipment, including staff responsiveness
Care plans and risk assessments
Medication administration records
Staff supervision and appraisals
Safe recruitment and pre-employement checks
Staff training and competency records
Accident and incident reports with trend analysis
Duty of candour documentation
Policies & procedures
Systems in place to monitor and improve the service quality
Management oversight and governance arrangements
Defined leadership roles and responsibilities
Collaboration with regulators and professional partners
Reviewing the learning and improvement culture and how systems and processes support ongoing development
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We take the same practical approach across all our compliance services.
A mock inspection is comprehensive and simulates the full CQC process, while a compliance health check is faster and more focused on specific areas.
If you haven't registered yet, start with our new provider support to build proper foundations first.
We can update them through our policy and documentation service to ensure they're inspection-ready.
On-site audits can take 1-2 days depending on service size.
Absolutely. We operate under strict confidentiality and are fully insured.
Yes - we offer combined packages and ongoing compliance support plans.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
Mock inspection predictions are professional estimates based on our assessment methodology, industry expertise, and analysis of your care provision. They are not official CQC inspections or guarantees of actual inspection outcomes.
Actual CQC inspection results may differ significantly from our predictions due to factors including: inspector observations on the day, specific questions asked, changes after our assessment, and other variables beyond our assessment scope.
Confidence levels indicate our assessment's reliability but do not guarantee accuracy. We are an independent service and not affiliated with the Care Quality Commission.
See our full Terms of Service for complete details.
Important: Our assessment service provides predictive estimates to help care homes prepare for CQC inspections. Predictions are not guarantees and actual inspection outcomes may vary. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representing the Care Quality Commission.
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