Minster Playgroup
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Minster Playgroup is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Minster In Sheppey Primary School, Brecon Chase, Minster-on-sea, Kent, ME12 2HX, in the Swale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 December 2025, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Swale oversees 1,228 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Swale is 4.7 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Minster Playgroup?
Minster Playgroup has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Swale.
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 Minster Playgroup last inspected?
Minster Playgroup was last inspected on 2025-12-16. 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 Minster Playgroup located?
Minster Playgroup is located at Minster In Sheppey Primary School, Brecon Chase, Minster-on-sea, Kent , ME12 2HX, in the Swale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME12 postcode area.