Charles Dickens Day Centre
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Charles Dickens Day Centre is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Day Care Centre, 45 Nickleby Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 4XG, in the Chelmsford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 April 2023, 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. Chelmsford oversees 1,597 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chelmsford 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- Day Care Centre, 45 Nickleby Road, Chelmsford, Essex
- Postcode
- CM1 4XG
- Local Authority
- Chelmsford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 47006
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Charles Dickens Day Centre?
Charles Dickens Day Centre has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Chelmsford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 Charles Dickens Day Centre last inspected?
Charles Dickens Day Centre was last inspected on 2023-04-26. 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 Charles Dickens Day Centre located?
Charles Dickens Day Centre is located at Day Care Centre, 45 Nickleby Road, Chelmsford, Essex , CM1 4XG, in the Chelmsford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM1 postcode area.