Caterlink At St Margarets School

4
Good
Inspected: 2019-02-14

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Caterlink At St Margarets School is a school/college/university located at St Margarets School, Collier Street, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9RR, in the Maidstone local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 February 2019, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
School/college/university
Address
St Margarets School, Collier Street, Tonbridge, Kent
Postcode
TN12 9RR
Local Authority
Maidstone
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
721504

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Caterlink At St Margarets School?

Caterlink At St Margarets School has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Maidstone.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a school/college/university?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Caterlink At St Margarets School last inspected?

Caterlink At St Margarets School was last inspected on 2019-02-14. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Caterlink At St Margarets School improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Caterlink At St Margarets School located?

Caterlink At St Margarets School is located at St Margarets School, Collier Street, Tonbridge, Kent , TN12 9RR, in the Maidstone local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN12 postcode area.