Lucy's Little Forest School
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Lucy's Little Forest School is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Wilderness Wood Main Road, Hadlow Down, East Sussex, TN22 4HJ, in the Wealden local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Wealden oversees 1,337 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wealden is 4.7 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Lucy's Little Forest School?
Lucy's Little Forest School has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Wealden.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Lucy's Little Forest School last inspected?
Lucy's Little Forest School was last inspected on 2025-03-19. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Lucy's Little Forest School improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Lucy's Little Forest School located?
Lucy's Little Forest School is located at Wilderness Wood Main Road, Hadlow Down, East Sussex , TN22 4HJ, in the Wealden local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN22 postcode area.