John Henry Newman School food hygiene rating
School/college/university · Stevenage
John Henry Newman 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 December 2025, 7 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: Hitchin Road, Stevenage, Herts, SG1 4AE
How it compares in Stevenage
That puts John Henry Newman School among the 467 places in Stevenage 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 | 467 | 89% | ← John Henry Newman School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 41 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 10 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 166 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 Very 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 John Henry Newman 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 John Henry Newman School, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbington House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2024 |
| Fishers Green Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2024 |
| ACS Snacks Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2025 |
| Crispy Duck Rotisserie Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2024 |
| Golden Siam Thai Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 December 2025 |
| Coffee Haven Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Cinnabar Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2025 |
| El Bar De Tapas Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2026 |
Questions about John Henry Newman School
What is John Henry Newman School's food hygiene rating?
John Henry Newman School has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Stevenage Council on 2 December 2025.
Is John Henry Newman 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 Henry Newman School last inspected?
John Henry Newman School was last inspected on 2 December 2025, 7 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Stevenage Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at John Henry Newman School?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 John Henry Newman School compare to other places in Stevenage?
89% of the 527 rated food businesses in Stevenage hold the top rating of 5, and John Henry Newman School is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Stevenage Council inspects John Henry Newman 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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