Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Norse At Fairstead Community 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 5 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: William Booth Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4RR
How it compares in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
That puts Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School among the 1,206 places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,206 | 89% | ← Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 98 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 29 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 147 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 Very 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 Norse At Fairstead Community 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 Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigo Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2025 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2024 |
| Catholic Church of the Holy Family Other catering premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2026 |
| Gaywood Conservative Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2025 |
| Aldi Stores Limited Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Gaywood First Steps Nursery Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2025 |
| Europe Express Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2025 |
| Dawinee Thai Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 December 2025 |
Questions about Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School
What is Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School's food hygiene rating?
Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council on 5 May 2026.
Is Norse At Fairstead Community 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 Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School last inspected?
Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School was last inspected on 5 May 2026, 2 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Norse At Fairstead Community Primary 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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School compare to other places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk?
89% of the 1,353 rated food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Norse At Fairstead Community Primary School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council inspects Norse At Fairstead Community 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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