Watoto Preschool food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Sheffield
Watoto Preschool holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 June 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: 139 Catherine Road, Sheffield, S4 7HH
How it compares in Sheffield
That puts Watoto Preschool among the 3,299 places in Sheffield holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,299 | 75% | ← Watoto Preschool | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 688 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 316 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 68 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 54 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 451 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very 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 Watoto Preschool 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 Watoto Preschool, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aden Corner Retailers - other | 238 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
| Al-Karamah Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 415 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 September 2025 |
| Al Sultan Express Retailers - other | 417 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
| Abbeyfield Grange Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Al Zahir Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Amsterdam Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2025 |
| Abbeyfield House Food Co-op Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
| All Day's Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2023 |
Questions about Watoto Preschool
What is Watoto Preschool's food hygiene rating?
Watoto Preschool has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sheffield Council on 20 June 2024.
Is Watoto Preschool 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Watoto Preschool last inspected?
Watoto Preschool was last inspected on 20 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sheffield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Watoto Preschool?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Watoto Preschool compare to other places in Sheffield?
75% of the 4,426 rated food businesses in Sheffield hold the top rating of 5, and Watoto Preschool is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sheffield Council inspects Watoto Preschool 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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