Spire Harpenden Hospital rated ‘Good’ across all areas in CQC assessment

Spire Harpenden Hospital has been rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following a comprehensive assessment carried out in June 2026.

The hospital received ‘Good’ ratings across all five key areas assessed by the CQC: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led. The assessment covered medical care and surgical services, with both services rated ‘Good’.

The inspectors said that evidence showed a well-led hospital where people received high-quality care from skilled and compassionate staff.

Services were well organised, with effective systems and processes in place to maintain safety, manage risks, monitor quality and drive continuous improvement.

Leaders promoted a positive and inclusive culture, supported staff development and encouraged learning and innovation across the hospital.

Claire Gurrie, Hospital Director, Spire Harpenden Hospital, said:

“Our hospital team is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalised care to each of our patients, so we are proud to be recognised with this strong CQC assessment.”

The report highlighted examples of good practice in both services:

• Medical care demonstrated a focus on holistic support for chemotherapy patients and improvements to cancer pathways through clinical nurse specialist involvement.
• Surgical services provided a broad range of procedures across multiple specialties, supported by established pathways, suitable facilities and effective multidisciplinary working to meet patients' needs.

The full CQC report on Spire Harpenden Hospital can be read here.