Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy is a school/college/university located at St Augustine Academy, Oakwood Park, Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, ME16 8AE, in the Maidstone local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 March 2026, 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 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. Maidstone oversees 1,435 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Maidstone 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 Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy?
Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Maidstone.
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 Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy last inspected?
Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy was last inspected on 2026-03-04. 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 Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy located?
Independent Catering At St Augustine Academy is located at St Augustine Academy, Oakwood Park, Tonbridge Road, Maidstone , ME16 8AE, in the Maidstone local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME16 postcode area.