Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School is a school/college/university located at Park Lane, Earls Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2RH, in the Braintree local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — 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. Braintree oversees 1,256 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Braintree 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School?
Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Braintree.
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 Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School last inspected?
Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School was last inspected on 2026-01-29. 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 Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School located?
Earls Colne Primary And Nursery School is located at Park Lane, Earls Colne, Colchester, Essex , CO6 2RH, in the Braintree local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CO6 postcode area.