Blackheath High School

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2015-10-05

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Blackheath High School is a school/college/university located at Blackheath High School GDST, 26-27 Wemyss Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 0TF, in the Lewisham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 October 2015, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Lewisham oversees 2,470 registered food businesses, of which 68% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lewisham 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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.

Details

Business Type
School/college/university
Address
Blackheath High School GDST, 26-27 Wemyss Road, Blackheath, London
Postcode
SE3 0TF
Local Authority
Lewisham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1598663

Location

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Blackheath High School?

Blackheath High School has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Lewisham.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a school/college/university?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Blackheath High School last inspected?

Blackheath High School was last inspected on 2015-10-05. 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 Blackheath High 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 Blackheath High School located?

Blackheath High School is located at Blackheath High School GDST, 26-27 Wemyss Road, Blackheath, London , SE3 0TF, in the Lewisham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SE3 postcode area.