Old School Cafe
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Old School Cafe is a other catering premises located at Heathcoat Community Centre, 81 King Street, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 5JJ, in the Mid Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. Mid Devon oversees 804 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Mid Devon is 4.8 out of 5. 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. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Old School Cafe?
Old School Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Mid Devon.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a other catering premises?
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 Old School Cafe last inspected?
Old School Cafe was last inspected on 2026-01-28. 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 Old School Cafe 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 Old School Cafe located?
Old School Cafe is located at Heathcoat Community Centre, 81 King Street, Tiverton, Devon , EX16 5JJ, in the Mid Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX16 postcode area.