Horndean Infant School
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Horndean Infant School is a school/college/university located at Horndean Infant School Merchistoun Road Horndean PO8 9LS, PO8 9LS, in the East Hampshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 February 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 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. East Hampshire oversees 1,080 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Hampshire is 4.8 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.
Details
- Business Type
- School/college/university
- Address
- Horndean Infant School Merchistoun Road Horndean PO8 9LS
- Postcode
- PO8 9LS
- Local Authority
- East Hampshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 529983
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Horndean Infant School?
Horndean Infant School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Hampshire.
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 Horndean Infant School last inspected?
Horndean Infant School was last inspected on 2025-02-24. 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 Horndean Infant School located?
Horndean Infant School is located at Horndean Infant School Merchistoun Road Horndean PO8 9LS , PO8 9LS, in the East Hampshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO8 postcode area.