Pocklington CE (VC) School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · East Riding of Yorkshire
Pocklington CE (VC) School holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the school kitchen met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 15 October 2025, 8 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Maxwell Road, Pocklington, York, YO42 2HE
How it compares in East Riding of Yorkshire
That puts Pocklington CE (VC) School among the 2,503 places in East Riding of Yorkshire holding top marks, 84% 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 | 2,503 | 84% | ← Pocklington CE (VC) School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 303 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 126 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 32 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 170 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Pocklington CE (VC) School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caterlink @ St. Mary and St. Joseph RC School School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2024 |
| Beacon Lodge Pub/bar/nightclub | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2025 |
| Pocklington Junior School School/college/university | 232 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2025 |
| The Stumble Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 246 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2022 |
| Bella Vita Takeaway/sandwich shop | 338 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Market Street Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 338 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2026 |
| Lyndhurst Private Day Nursery, Pre-School and Out of School Caring Premises | 338 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2025 |
| Pizza Delight Pocklington Takeaway/sandwich shop | 338 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 August 2025 |
Questions about Pocklington CE (VC) School
What is Pocklington CE (VC) School's food hygiene rating?
Pocklington CE (VC) School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Riding of Yorkshire Council on 15 October 2025.
Is Pocklington CE (VC) School 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 school kitchen to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Pocklington CE (VC) School last inspected?
Pocklington CE (VC) School was last inspected on 15 October 2025, 8 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Riding of Yorkshire Council rather than by the business.
How does Pocklington CE (VC) School compare to other places in East Riding of Yorkshire?
84% of the 2,979 rated food businesses in East Riding of Yorkshire hold the top rating of 5, and Pocklington CE (VC) School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Riding of Yorkshire Council inspects Pocklington CE (VC) School 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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