Islwyn High School Canteen
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Islwyn High School Canteen is a school/college/university located at Islwyn High School, Waterloo, Oakdale, Blackwood, NP12 0NU, in the Caerphilly local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Caerphilly oversees 1,536 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Caerphilly is 4.4 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.
Details
- Business Type
- School/college/university
- Address
- Islwyn High School, Waterloo, Oakdale, Blackwood
- Postcode
- NP12 0NU
- Local Authority
- Caerphilly
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1014291
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Islwyn High School Canteen?
Islwyn High School Canteen has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Caerphilly.
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 Islwyn High School Canteen last inspected?
Islwyn High School Canteen was last inspected on 2026-01-13. 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 Islwyn High School Canteen located?
Islwyn High School Canteen is located at Islwyn High School, Waterloo, Oakdale, Blackwood , NP12 0NU, in the Caerphilly local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NP12 postcode area.