Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School is a school/college/university located at Birch Wood Area Special School, Grange Drive, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1HA, in the Melton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 April 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Melton oversees 535 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Melton 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. The rating has changed from AwaitingInspection to 5.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
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| AwaitingInspection |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School?
Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Melton.
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 Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School last inspected?
Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School was last inspected on 2026-04-22. 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 Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School located?
Dolce LTD - Birch Wood School is located at Birch Wood Area Special School, Grange Drive, Melton Mowbray , LE13 1HA, in the Melton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE13 postcode area.