The Ark Family Resource Centre
The Ark Family Resource Centre is a school/college/university located at Ark Centre, 36 Main Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3LU, in the Tendring local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 September 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Tendring oversees 1,316 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tendring is 4.5 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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What is the food hygiene rating of The Ark Family Resource Centre?
The Ark Family Resource Centre has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Tendring.
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 The Ark Family Resource Centre last inspected?
The Ark Family Resource Centre was last inspected on 2026-09-30. 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 The Ark Family Resource Centre located?
The Ark Family Resource Centre is located at Ark Centre, 36 Main Road, Harwich, Essex , CO12 3LU, in the Tendring local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CO12 postcode area.