Linchfield Academy food hygiene rating
School/college/university · South Kesteven
Linchfield Academy 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 7 November 2025, 8 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.
Address: Linchfield Cp School, Crowson Way, Deeping St James, PE6 8EY
How it compares in South Kesteven
That puts Linchfield Academy among the 916 places in South Kesteven 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 | 916 | 83% | ← Linchfield Academy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 109 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 49 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 78 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 Linchfield 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 Linchfield Academy, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pangs Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 4 - Good | 4 December 2025 |
| The Walnut Tree Pub/bar/nightclub | 214 yards away | 4 - Good | 10 February 2026 |
| Age Concern Luncheon Club Other catering premises | 280 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2026 |
| Hot 'n' Spice Takeaway/sandwich shop | 286 yards away | 1 - Major improvement necessary | 3 February 2026 |
| Deeping Masonic Centre Other catering premises | 406 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2017 |
| Central England Co-Operative Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2024 |
| Maharanis Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| The Bell Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 11 January 2024 |
Questions about Linchfield Academy
What is Linchfield Academy's food hygiene rating?
Linchfield Academy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Kesteven Council on 7 November 2025.
Is Linchfield 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 school kitchen to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Linchfield Academy last inspected?
Linchfield Academy was last inspected on 7 November 2025, 8 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Kesteven Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Linchfield Academy?
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 Linchfield Academy compare to other places in South Kesteven?
83% of the 1,098 rated food businesses in South Kesteven hold the top rating of 5, and Linchfield Academy is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Kesteven Council inspects Linchfield 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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