Bright Star Nursery
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bright Star Nursery is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at BRIGHT STAR NURSERY GAINFORD HOUSE PICKTREE LANE, PICKTREE, DH3 3SR, in the Durham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 October 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 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. Durham oversees 4,662 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Durham is 4.6 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 Bright Star Nursery?
Bright Star Nursery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Durham.
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 Bright Star Nursery last inspected?
Bright Star Nursery was last inspected on 2025-10-08. 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 Bright Star Nursery located?
Bright Star Nursery is located at BRIGHT STAR NURSERY GAINFORD HOUSE PICKTREE LANE, PICKTREE , DH3 3SR, in the Durham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DH3 postcode area.