University College Secondary School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · Camden
University College Secondary 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 12 December 2022, more than 3 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: Frognal, NW3 6XH
How it compares in Camden
That puts University College Secondary School among the 1,993 places in Camden holding top marks, 59% 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 | 1,993 | 59% | ← University College Secondary School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 654 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 457 | 14% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 127 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 90 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 52 | 2% |
A further 924 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 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 University College Secondary 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 University College Secondary School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Church Row Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 297 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2020 |
| Age UK Camden Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 330 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 October 2024 |
| Aldi Stores Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 December 2023 |
| Air Studios Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2023 |
| 12TH Street Burger Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Acol Bridge Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 March 2023 |
| Acol Nursery Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 January 2024 |
| Abbey Community Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2024 |
Questions about University College Secondary School
What is University College Secondary School's food hygiene rating?
University College Secondary School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Camden Council on 12 December 2022.
Is University College Secondary 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 University College Secondary School last inspected?
University College Secondary School was last inspected on 12 December 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Camden Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at University College Secondary School?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 University College Secondary School compare to other places in Camden?
59% of the 3,373 rated food businesses in Camden hold the top rating of 5, and University College Secondary School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Camden Council inspects University College Secondary 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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