Westhope Mews Care Home

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-11-04

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Westhope Mews Care Home is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Westhope Mews Care Home, Westhope, 6 Denne Parade, Horsham, RH12 1JD, in the Horsham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Horsham oversees 1,266 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Horsham 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. 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
Westhope Mews Care Home, Westhope, 6 Denne Parade, Horsham
Postcode
RH12 1JD
Local Authority
Horsham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
512267

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Westhope Mews Care Home?

Westhope Mews Care Home has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Horsham.

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 Westhope Mews Care Home last inspected?

Westhope Mews Care Home was last inspected on 2024-11-04. 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 Westhope Mews Care Home 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 Westhope Mews Care Home located?

Westhope Mews Care Home is located at Westhope Mews Care Home, Westhope, 6 Denne Parade, Horsham , RH12 1JD, in the Horsham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RH12 postcode area.