Varndean School
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Varndean School is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Balfour Road, Brighton, BN1 6NP, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Brighton and Hove oversees 3,001 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Brighton and Hove is 4.8 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- Balfour Road, Brighton
- Postcode
- BN1 6NP
- Local Authority
- Brighton and Hove
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 892309
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Varndean School?
Varndean School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Brighton and Hove.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Varndean School last inspected?
Varndean School was last inspected on 2026-01-30. 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 Varndean School located?
Varndean School is located at Balfour Road, Brighton , BN1 6NP, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN1 postcode area.