Suffolk Academy food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · West Suffolk
Suffolk Academy holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 14 August 2023, 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: Church Farm, Church Road, Barrow
How it compares in West Suffolk
That puts Suffolk Academy among the 1,349 places in West Suffolk holding top marks, 91% 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 | 1,349 | 91% | ← Suffolk Academy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 241 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 Suffolk Academy 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 Suffolk Academy, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dojo Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 72 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| The Camp Out Cafe Takeaway/sandwich shop | 72 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| eats at Barrow Primary School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2024 |
| Colourbox Montessori Schools Limited Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| All Saint's Church Breakfast Pop Up Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 March 2023 |
| The Three Horseshoes Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 October 2024 |
| Colourbox Montessori Schools Limited School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2025 |
| P J REED Limited Distributors/Transporters | 0.6 miles away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Suffolk Academy
What is Suffolk Academy's food hygiene rating?
Suffolk Academy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Suffolk Council on 14 August 2023.
Is Suffolk Academy 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Suffolk Academy last inspected?
Suffolk Academy was last inspected on 14 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Suffolk Academy?
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 Suffolk Academy compare to other places in West Suffolk?
91% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Suffolk Academy is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects Suffolk Academy 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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