Carlton Primary Academy
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Carlton Primary Academy is a school/college/university located at Catering Services Carlton Primary Academy, Fish Dam Lane, Carlton, S71 3HF, in the Barnsley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 December 2025, 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 5 — very 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. Barnsley oversees 1,915 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Barnsley 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Carlton Primary Academy?
Carlton Primary Academy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Barnsley.
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 Carlton Primary Academy last inspected?
Carlton Primary Academy was last inspected on 2025-12-18. 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 Carlton Primary Academy located?
Carlton Primary Academy is located at Catering Services Carlton Primary Academy, Fish Dam Lane, Carlton , S71 3HF, in the Barnsley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the S71 postcode area.