Marathon Science School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · Lewisham
Marathon Science 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 21 November 2024, 19 months ago. That is getting on for the longest gap councils usually leave, so the score may not reflect how the business is run today.
Address: 1-9 Evelyn Street, London, SE8 5RQ
How it compares in Lewisham
That puts Marathon Science School among the 1,252 places in Lewisham holding top marks, 62% 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 | 1,252 | 62% | ← Marathon Science School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 453 | 23% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 235 | 12% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 37 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 464 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Marathon Science School 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 Marathon Science School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| African fruit & veg Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2019 |
| 5 Steps Community Nursery Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| 1882 events ltd t/achick n sours Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
| Accent catering ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| 3Kobros Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2025 |
| Afrikiko restaurant and night club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| Admiral Other catering premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2025 |
Questions about Marathon Science School
What is Marathon Science School's food hygiene rating?
Marathon Science School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lewisham Council on 21 November 2024.
Is Marathon Science 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 Marathon Science School last inspected?
Marathon Science School was last inspected on 21 November 2024, 19 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lewisham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Marathon Science School?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Marathon Science School compare to other places in Lewisham?
62% of the 2,009 rated food businesses in Lewisham hold the top rating of 5, and Marathon Science School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lewisham Council inspects Marathon Science 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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