Busy Bees Playgroup
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Busy Bees Playgroup is a school/college/university located at Playgroup, Barley Hill Primary School, Ludsden Grove, Thame, OX9 3DH, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 25 June 2025, 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 0 — 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. South Oxfordshire oversees 1,248 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Oxfordshire 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.
Details
- Business Type
- School/college/university
- Address
- Playgroup, Barley Hill Primary School, Ludsden Grove, Thame
- Postcode
- OX9 3DH
- Local Authority
- South Oxfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 950902
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Busy Bees Playgroup?
Busy Bees Playgroup has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Oxfordshire.
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 Busy Bees Playgroup last inspected?
Busy Bees Playgroup was last inspected on 2025-06-25. 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 Busy Bees Playgroup located?
Busy Bees Playgroup is located at Playgroup, Barley Hill Primary School, Ludsden Grove, Thame , OX9 3DH, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX9 postcode area.