1st Steps Nursery & Preschool
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
1st Steps Nursery & Preschool is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Thornton Lodge Community Centre, Brook Street, Thornton Lodge, Huddersfield, HD1 3JW, in the Kirklees local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 April 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very 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. Kirklees oversees 3,478 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Kirklees 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. 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 1st Steps Nursery & Preschool?
1st Steps Nursery & Preschool has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Kirklees.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was 1st Steps Nursery & Preschool last inspected?
1st Steps Nursery & Preschool was last inspected on 2026-04-16. 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 1st Steps Nursery & Preschool 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 1st Steps Nursery & Preschool located?
1st Steps Nursery & Preschool is located at Thornton Lodge Community Centre, Brook Street, Thornton Lodge, Huddersfield , HD1 3JW, in the Kirklees local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HD1 postcode area.