Arlington School

155 Princess Street, Cranston, RI 02910

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Arlington School has been inspected seven times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around one violation found each time.

Looking across the full record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Arlington School's 82 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food received at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Food was delivered under 135 degrees. Food was temped upon delivery. Mother kitchen was contacted and food was determined to be temped at 150 less one hour prior. Food was being used immediately. Food to be turned down if delivered less than 135.

3-202.11

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The walls in the warewashing area is constructed of wood. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-201.11

Sep 30, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The walls in the ware-washing area is constructed of wood. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Approved finish guidance provided.

6-201.11

Mar 27, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The walls in the dish machine area is constructed of porous wood. This material is not durable/easily cleanable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms

6-201.11

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The walls in the warewashing area has an accumulation of bio-film. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Mar 18, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Per PIC, paperwork has been submitted to management recently.

2-102.12

Mar 4, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Application printed.

2-102.12

Sep 20, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The concentration of the sanitizer solution for the wet wiping cloths was (0 ) parts per million (ppm). The required concentration for (quat) sanitizer is (200-400) ppm.

3-304.14

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arlington School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Arlington School on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Arlington School?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Arlington School.

How does Arlington School compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Arlington School most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Arlington School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Arlington School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around one per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Arlington School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Arlington School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Arlington School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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