Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan is a school/college/university located at MSJ Campus, Mount Street, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7LU, in the Powys local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — 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. Powys oversees 2,615 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Powys 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan?
Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Powys.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a school/college/university?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan last inspected?
Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan was last inspected on 2025-11-20. 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 Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan 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 Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan located?
Ysgol Golwg Pen y Fan is located at MSJ Campus, Mount Street, Brecon, Powys , LD3 7LU, in the Powys local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LD3 postcode area.