Children 1st
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Children 1st is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Martin Forster House, 10 Appleton Gate, Newark On Trent, NG24 1JY, in the Newark and Sherwood local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 November 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Newark and Sherwood oversees 1,116 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newark and Sherwood 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
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- Martin Forster House, 10 Appleton Gate, Newark On Trent
- Postcode
- NG24 1JY
- Local Authority
- Newark and Sherwood
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 578259
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Children 1st?
Children 1st has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Newark and Sherwood.
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 Children 1st last inspected?
Children 1st was last inspected on 2025-11-17. 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 Children 1st located?
Children 1st is located at Martin Forster House, 10 Appleton Gate, Newark On Trent , NG24 1JY, in the Newark and Sherwood local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NG24 postcode area.