Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · Horsham
Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo 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 19 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: Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School, Rikkyo School, Guildford Road Rudgwick, RH12 3BE
How it compares in Horsham
That puts Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School among the 1,053 places in Horsham holding top marks, 90% 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 | 1,053 | 90% | ← Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 129 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 Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo 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 Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivelle Farm Harvest Larder Farmers/growers | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2026 |
| The Alfold Larder Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 6 February 2025 |
| The Sir Roger Tichborne Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2026 |
| Apple Tree Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Little Street Other catering premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Bookham Harrison Farms Ltd Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2024 |
| Firebird Brewing Company Manufacturers/packers | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2020 |
| Willys Neapolitan Pizza Mobile caterer | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2025 |
Questions about Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School
What is Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School's food hygiene rating?
Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Horsham Council on 19 June 2024.
Is Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo 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 Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School last inspected?
Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School was last inspected on 19 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Horsham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School?
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 Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School compare to other places in Horsham?
90% of the 1,173 rated food businesses in Horsham hold the top rating of 5, and Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Horsham Council inspects Harrisons Catering at Rikkyo 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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