York House Nursery

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-12-09

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

York House Nursery is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at YORK HOUSE 40 MARKET PLACE, BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 7NX, in the Durham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Durham oversees 4,662 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Durham is 4.6 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.

Details

Business Type
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
Address
YORK HOUSE 40 MARKET PLACE, BISHOP AUCKLAND
Postcode
DL14 7NX
Local Authority
Durham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
302639

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of York House Nursery?

York House Nursery has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Durham.

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 York House Nursery last inspected?

York House Nursery was last inspected on 2025-12-09. 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 York House Nursery 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 York House Nursery located?

York House Nursery is located at YORK HOUSE 40 MARKET PLACE, BISHOP AUCKLAND , DL14 7NX, in the Durham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL14 postcode area.