John Clare Primary School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · Peterborough City
John Clare 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 2 February 2026, 5 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: John Clare Primary School, West Street, Helpston, PE6 7DU
How it compares in Peterborough City
That puts John Clare Primary School among the 1,550 places in Peterborough City holding top marks, 88% 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 | 1,550 | 88% | ← John Clare Primary School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 141 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 46 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 216 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to John Clare Primary School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helpston Playhouse and Under Fives Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2026 |
| Helpston Scout & Guide Association Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| Premier express (Helpston convenience store) Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2026 |
| John Clare Cottage Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2023 |
| The Bluebell Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2026 |
Questions about John Clare Primary School
What is John Clare Primary School's food hygiene rating?
John Clare Primary School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Peterborough City Council on 2 February 2026.
Is John Clare 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 John Clare Primary School last inspected?
John Clare Primary School was last inspected on 2 February 2026, 5 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Peterborough City Council rather than by the business.
How does John Clare Primary School compare to other places in Peterborough City?
88% of the 1,756 rated food businesses in Peterborough City hold the top rating of 5, and John Clare Primary School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Peterborough City Council inspects John Clare 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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