Heckington Pre-School Group

4
Good
Inspected: 2010-02-19

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
10

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

Heckington Pre-School Group is a school/college/university located at Heckington Pre-School, Howell Road, Heckington Sleaford, NG34 9RX, in the North Kesteven local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 February 2010, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — 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. North Kesteven oversees 971 registered food businesses, of which 93% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Kesteven is 4.9 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
School/college/university
Address
Heckington Pre-School, Howell Road, Heckington Sleaford
Postcode
NG34 9RX
Local Authority
North Kesteven
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
295749

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Heckington Pre-School Group?

Heckington Pre-School Group has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by North Kesteven.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a school/college/university?

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 Heckington Pre-School Group last inspected?

Heckington Pre-School Group was last inspected on 2010-02-19. 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 Heckington Pre-School Group 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 Heckington Pre-School Group located?

Heckington Pre-School Group is located at Heckington Pre-School, Howell Road, Heckington Sleaford , NG34 9RX, in the North Kesteven local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NG34 postcode area.