Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · West Lancashire
Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary 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 24 April 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: Black-A-Moor Lane, Downholland, Lancashire, L39 7HX
How it compares in West Lancashire
That puts Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School among the 664 places in West Lancashire holding top marks, 80% 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 | 664 | 80% | ← Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 99 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 55 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 99 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 Very 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 Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary 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 Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Scarisbrick Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 4 - Good | 17 February 2026 |
| Canal Side Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
| The Ship Inn Haskayne Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Farmer Teds Farm Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
Questions about Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School
What is Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School's food hygiene rating?
Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Lancashire Council on 24 April 2024.
Is Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary 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 Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School last inspected?
Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School was last inspected on 24 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Lancashire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School compare to other places in West Lancashire?
80% of the 833 rated food businesses in West Lancashire hold the top rating of 5, and Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Lancashire Council inspects Downholland-Haskayne Voluntary Aided C Of E Primary 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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