GP surgery in Wimborne Minster
The Quarter Jack Surgery
Rodways Corner, Wimborne, BH21 1AP
Scores 59 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 50% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 40
- Easy to get through on the phone28
- Easy to contact online57
- Good experience of getting in touch54
- Did not wait too long for the appointment39
Quality of care 80
- Patients rate the surgery as good57
- Patients got what they needed65
- Doctors and nurses listen91
- Patients trust the staff97
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done87
- Meets NHS clinical targets76
- Children vaccinated on time71
What patients say
112 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
50%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 81% · 2026: 81%
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 | 50% | 57% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via website | 61% | 58% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 48% | 54% | 63% |
| Reception staff helpful | 91% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 50% | 31% | 45% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 61% | 42% | 40% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 90% | 84% | 78% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 85% | 93% | 81% |
| Good experience of contacting | 77% | 73% | 66% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 39% |
| Waiting time was about right | 68% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 7% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 96% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 90% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 98% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 81% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 90% |
| Supported by local services | 78% | 70% | 94% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 112 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 | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 12 December 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Rodways Corner, Wimborne, BH21 1AP
- Phone
- 01202 848261
- Website
- www.quarterjacksurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Wimborne & Ferndown PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81034 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Old Dispensary
- 32 East Borough, Wimborne, BH21 1PL
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Cycle 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 | 16.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 84% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 82% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 92% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarter Jack Surgerythis surgery | – | 59 | 50% | 81% | Yes |
| Walford Mill Medical CentreWimborne, BH21 1NL | 0.6 miles | 76 | 64% | 87% | Yes |
| The Harvey PracticeBroadstone, BH18 8EE | 2.6 miles | 93 | 90% | 90% | Yes |
| The Hadleigh PracticeBroadstone, BH18 8EE | 2.6 miles | 87 | 79% | 94% | Yes |
| Orchid House SurgeryFerndown, BH22 9HB | 3.9 miles | 86 | 79% | 90% | Yes |
| Penny's Hill PracticeFerndown, BH22 9HB | 3.9 miles | 85 | 74% | 91% | Yes |
| Canford Heath Group PracticePoole, BH17 8UE | 4.0 miles | 86 | 91% | 90% | Yes |
| The Birchwood PracticePoole, BH17 7XW | 4.1 miles | 81 | 82% | 89% | Yes |
| Kinson Road Medical CentreBournemouth, BH10 5EY | 4.1 miles | 27 | 59% | 71% | Yes |
| The Rosemary Health CentrePoole, BH12 3HF | 4.3 miles | 36 | 48% | 82% | Yes |
Walford Mill Medical Centre is 0.6 miles away, scores 76 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Quarter Jack Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Quarter Jack Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01202 848261.
How do patients rate The Quarter Jack Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at The Quarter Jack Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 50% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 59 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Quarter Jack Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Quarter Jack Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 6 February 2026).
What are the opening times of The Quarter Jack Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 12 December 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Quarter Jack Surgery?
Call 01202 848261 or visit its website, www.quarterjacksurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Rodways Corner, Wimborne, BH21 1AP.
Does The Quarter Jack Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Quarter Jack Surgery also runs The Old Dispensary (32 East Borough, Wimborne, BH21 1PL). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Quarter Jack Surgery?
Around 18,184 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Wimborne & Ferndown PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Dorset 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.