Universal Daycare Ltd

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-10-03

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Universal Daycare Ltd is a other catering premises located at Universal House Woden Road West, Wednesbury, WS10 7SF, in the Sandwell local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 October 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Sandwell oversees 2,645 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sandwell is 4.5 out of 5. 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.

Details

Business Type
Other catering premises
Address
Universal House Woden Road West, Wednesbury
Postcode
WS10 7SF
Local Authority
Sandwell
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1856148

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Universal Daycare Ltd?

Universal Daycare Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Sandwell.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a other catering premises?

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 Universal Daycare Ltd last inspected?

Universal Daycare Ltd was last inspected on 2025-10-03. 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 Universal Daycare Ltd 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 Universal Daycare Ltd located?

Universal Daycare Ltd is located at Universal House Woden Road West, Wednesbury , WS10 7SF, in the Sandwell local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WS10 postcode area.