Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · York
Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE 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 8 May 2026, 2 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: Elvington COf E Primary School, Dauby Lane, Elvington, YO41 4HP
How it compares in York
That puts Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School among the 1,378 places in York holding top marks, 74% 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 | 1,378 | 74% | ← Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 314 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 106 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 38 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 297 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 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 Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE 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 Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Cakes By Meg Other catering premises | 253 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Elvington Under Fives Caring Premises | 329 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 April 2025 |
| The Grey Horse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 407 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 20 May 2025 |
| Rebecca's Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 October 2024 |
| Elvington Brewery Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 September 2023 |
| Pivovar Brewery and Tap Room Distributors/Transporters | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 September 2020 |
| Elvington Village Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 7 October 2025 |
| Big Baps Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 18 August 2025 |
Questions about Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School
What is Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School's food hygiene rating?
Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by York Council on 8 May 2026.
Is Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE 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 Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School last inspected?
Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School was last inspected on 8 May 2026, 2 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by York Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE 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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School compare to other places in York?
74% of the 1,854 rated food businesses in York hold the top rating of 5, and Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE Primary School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
York Council inspects Hutchison Catering at Elvington CE 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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