Orchard Manor School (Lower Site)

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-03-05

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
5

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Orchard Manor School (Lower Site) is a school/college/university located at John Nash Drive Dawlish Devon, EX7 9SF, in the Teignbridge local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 March 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Teignbridge oversees 1,315 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Teignbridge is 4.8 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
John Nash Drive Dawlish Devon
Postcode
EX7 9SF
Local Authority
Teignbridge
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
11767

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Orchard Manor School (Lower Site)?

Orchard Manor School (Lower Site) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Teignbridge.

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 Orchard Manor School (Lower Site) last inspected?

Orchard Manor School (Lower Site) was last inspected on 2026-03-05. 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 Orchard Manor School (Lower Site) located?

Orchard Manor School (Lower Site) is located at John Nash Drive Dawlish Devon , EX7 9SF, in the Teignbridge local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX7 postcode area.