Rainbow Childcare
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Rainbow Childcare is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Rockcliffe Hall, Rockcliffe Street, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear, NE26 2NW, in the North Tyneside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 15 May 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. North Tyneside oversees 1,519 registered food businesses, of which 92% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Tyneside 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
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- Rockcliffe Hall, Rockcliffe Street, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear
- Postcode
- NE26 2NW
- Local Authority
- North Tyneside
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 17958
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Rainbow Childcare?
Rainbow Childcare has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Tyneside.
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 Rainbow Childcare last inspected?
Rainbow Childcare was last inspected on 2025-05-15. 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 Rainbow Childcare located?
Rainbow Childcare is located at Rockcliffe Hall, Rockcliffe Street, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear , NE26 2NW, in the North Tyneside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE26 postcode area.