HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy is a other catering premises located at THE PALMER PRIMARY ACADEMY 70 NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE, READING, RG2 7PP, in the Reading local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 September 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 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. Reading oversees 1,413 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Reading is 4.4 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy?
HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Reading.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a other catering 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 HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy last inspected?
HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy was last inspected on 2026-09-23. 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 HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy located?
HCL @ The Palmer Primary Academy is located at THE PALMER PRIMARY ACADEMY 70 NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE, READING , RG2 7PP, in the Reading local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG2 postcode area.