Willow Tree Daycare food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Barnsley
Willow Tree Daycare 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 26 March 2024, more than 2 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: Bistro In The Barn, Lee Lane, S36 9NN
How it compares in Barnsley
That puts Willow Tree Daycare among the 1,344 places in Barnsley holding top marks, 83% 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 | 1,344 | 83% | ← Willow Tree Daycare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 143 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 8 | <1% |
A further 282 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 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 Willow Tree Daycare 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 Willow Tree Daycare, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Blends Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 January 2024 |
| Wizz Pro Ltd Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| CampActive (Penistone) Ltd Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Millhouse Primary School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Windmill Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2025 |
| Blacksmiths Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 3 October 2025 |
| Millbrook Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2024 |
| Kayes Stores Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2025 |
Questions about Willow Tree Daycare
What is Willow Tree Daycare's food hygiene rating?
Willow Tree Daycare has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Barnsley Council on 26 March 2024.
Is Willow Tree Daycare 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 Willow Tree Daycare last inspected?
Willow Tree Daycare was last inspected on 26 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Barnsley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Willow Tree Daycare?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Willow Tree Daycare compare to other places in Barnsley?
83% of the 1,612 rated food businesses in Barnsley hold the top rating of 5, and Willow Tree Daycare is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Barnsley Council inspects Willow Tree Daycare 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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