Harwood Park County Primary
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Harwood Park County Primary is a school/college/university located at Harwood Park Primary School An, Hardfield Street, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 1DG, in the Rochdale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Rochdale oversees 1,863 registered food businesses, of which 72% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Rochdale is 4.5 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Harwood Park County Primary?
Harwood Park County Primary has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Rochdale.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a school/college/university?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Harwood Park County Primary last inspected?
Harwood Park County Primary was last inspected on 2025-03-27. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Harwood Park County Primary located?
Harwood Park County Primary is located at Harwood Park Primary School An, Hardfield Street, Heywood, Lancashire , OL10 1DG, in the Rochdale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OL10 postcode area.