Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College food hygiene rating
School/college/university · West Berkshire
Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College 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 June 2026, 2 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.
94% of rated food businesses in West Berkshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all West Berkshire ratings →
Address: Pangbourne College Bere Court Road, Pangbourne, Reading, RG8 8LA
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How it compares in West Berkshire
That puts Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College among the 931 places in West Berkshire holding top marks, 85% 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 | 931 | 85% | ← Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 99 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 45 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 179 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 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 Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College 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 Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Plus Events Mobile caterer | 0.7 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Cullinghood Other catering premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2024 |
| The Elephant Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.1 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 26 September 2025 |
| The Cross Keys Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 26 September 2025 |
| Swan Public House Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2025 |
| Ministry Of Drinks Retailers - other | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 July 2022 |
| Simply Wines Direct Retailers - other | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2021 |
| The Co-Operative Food Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2024 |
Questions about Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College
What is Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College's food hygiene rating?
Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Berkshire Council on 15 June 2026.
Is Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College 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 Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College last inspected?
Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College was last inspected on 15 June 2026, 2 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Berkshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College compare to other places in West Berkshire?
85% of the 1,093 rated food businesses in West Berkshire hold the top rating of 5, and Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Berkshire Council inspects Thomas Franks at Pangbourne College 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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