The Bee Hive
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Bee Hive is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Northgate School Arts College, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 8LR, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 September 2024, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. West Northamptonshire oversees 4,070 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Northamptonshire is 4.6 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- Northgate School Arts College, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton
- Postcode
- NN2 8LR
- Local Authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 683449
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Bee Hive?
The Bee Hive has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 The Bee Hive last inspected?
The Bee Hive was last inspected on 2024-09-13. 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 The Bee Hive located?
The Bee Hive is located at Northgate School Arts College, Harborough Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton , NN2 8LR, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN2 postcode area.