Birch Wood Special School
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Birch Wood Special School is a school/college/university located at Birch Wood Area Special School, Grange Drive, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1HA, in the Melton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 May 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Melton oversees 535 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Melton is 4.8 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 Birch Wood Special School?
Birch Wood Special School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Melton.
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 Birch Wood Special School last inspected?
Birch Wood Special School was last inspected on 2025-05-08. 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 Birch Wood Special School located?
Birch Wood Special School is located at Birch Wood Area Special School, Grange Drive, Melton Mowbray , LE13 1HA, in the Melton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE13 postcode area.