Flamstead Pre-School
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Flamstead Pre-School is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at The Village Hall, Church Road, Flamstead, St Albans, AL3 8BN, in the Dacorum local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), 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. Dacorum oversees 1,256 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Dacorum is 4.7 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. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Flamstead Pre-School?
Flamstead Pre-School has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Dacorum.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Flamstead Pre-School last inspected?
Flamstead Pre-School was last inspected on 2024-12-16. 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 Flamstead Pre-School 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 Flamstead Pre-School located?
Flamstead Pre-School is located at The Village Hall, Church Road, Flamstead, St Albans , AL3 8BN, in the Dacorum local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the AL3 postcode area.