GP surgery in Town Centre
Rainbow Medical Centre
333 Robins Lane, Sutton, St. Helens, WA9 3PN
Scores 40 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 79% of patients say their experience is good and 53% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 39
- Easy to get through on the phone33
- Easy to contact online68
- Good experience of getting in touch37
- Did not wait too long for the appointment42
Quality of care 43
- Patients rate the surgery as good48
- Patients got what they needed64
- Doctors and nurses listen54
- Patients trust the staff55
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done9
- Meets NHS clinical targets19
- Children vaccinated on time25
What patients say
120 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
53%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
79%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+16
change since last year
2025: 63% · 2026: 79%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 53% | 57% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via website | 66% | 58% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 43% |
| Reception staff helpful | 78% | 85% | 78% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 13% | 42% | 15% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 70% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 62% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 31% |
| Waiting time was about right | 69% | 69% | 69% |
| Remote appointment | 43% | 26% | 23% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 82% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 79% | 75% | 69% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 79% | 77% | 63% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 77% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 26% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 120 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
Tell us about this surgery
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 6 March 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 333 Robins Lane, Sutton, St. Helens, WA9 3PN
- Phone
- 01744 811211
- Website
- www.rainbowmedicalcentres.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- St Helens South PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N83001 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dr Bainbridge & Partners
- Rainbow Medical Centres, 99 Elephant Lane, Thatto Heath, St. Helens, WA9 5QL · 01744 811736
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 62% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 52% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 40 | 53% | 79% | Yes |
| Marshalls Cross Medical CentreSt. Helens, WA9 3DA | 0.6 miles | 34 | 43% | 78% | Yes |
| Berrymead Family Medical CentreSt. Helens, WA9 3RP | 0.7 miles | 28 | 51% | 75% | Yes |
| Four Acre Health CentreSt. Helens, WA9 4QB | 1.3 miles | 43 | 43% | 70% | Yes |
| Atlas Medical PracticeSt. Helens, WA9 1LN | 1.5 miles | 14 | 42% | 65% | Yes |
| Hall Street Medical CentreSt Helens, WA10 1DW | 1.6 miles | 93 | 88% | 95% | Yes |
| Mill Street Medical CentreSt Helens, WA10 2BD | 2.0 miles | 69 | 55% | 87% | Yes |
| Newholme SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.1 miles | 84 | 87% | 85% | Yes |
| Parkfield SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.1 miles | 94 | 84% | 93% | Yes |
| Central SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.1 miles | 41 | 71% | 78% | Yes |
Hall Street Medical Centre is 1.6 miles away, scores 93 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Rainbow Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Rainbow Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01744 811211.
How do patients rate Rainbow Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 79% of patients at Rainbow Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 53% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 40 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Rainbow Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Rainbow Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 3 November 2022).
What are the opening times of Rainbow Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 6 March 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Rainbow Medical Centre?
Call 01744 811211 or visit its website, www.rainbowmedicalcentres.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 333 Robins Lane, Sutton, St. Helens, WA9 3PN.
Does Rainbow Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Rainbow Medical Centre also runs Dr Bainbridge & Partners (Rainbow Medical Centres, 99 Elephant Lane, Thatto Heath, St. Helens, WA9 5QL). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Rainbow Medical Centre?
Around 14,636 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of St Helens South PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cheshire and Merseyside NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.