DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Birmingham
DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 30 April 2018, more than 8 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Bridge House, 509 Aldridge Road, Oscott, B44 8NA
How it compares in Birmingham
That puts DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a among the 5,379 places in Birmingham holding top marks, 66% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 5,379 | 66% | ← DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 1,308 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 694 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 320 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 388 | 5% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 82 | 1% |
A further 1,866 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Very good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossoms Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 December 2025 |
| Birmingham Metropolitan College School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2023 |
| Aston Manor Cricket And Lucas Sports Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2012 |
| B S B Pharmacy Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2010 |
| Arena Academy School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 October 2024 |
| Agatha's Traditional Delights Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2024 |
| Beeches Gold Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2013 |
| Beeches Evangelical Church Other catering premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2010 |
Questions about DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a
What is DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a's food hygiene rating?
DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Birmingham Council on 30 April 2018.
Is DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a last inspected?
DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a was last inspected on 30 April 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Birmingham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a compare to other places in Birmingham?
66% of the 8,171 rated food businesses in Birmingham hold the top rating of 5, and DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Birmingham Council inspects DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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DC Childcare Plus Unit 8a-9a is one of 60 rated food businesses in Oscott. See every hygiene rating in Oscott →
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