Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at STARTFORTH MORRITT MEMORIAL COMMUNITY CENTRE, HIGH STARTFORTH, DL12 9AQ, in the Durham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 February 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 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Durham oversees 4,662 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Durham is 4.6 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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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery?
Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Durham.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery last inspected?
Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery was last inspected on 2025-02-04. 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 Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery located?
Kirklands at Startforth Day Nursery is located at STARTFORTH MORRITT MEMORIAL COMMUNITY CENTRE, HIGH STARTFORTH , DL12 9AQ, in the Durham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL12 postcode area.