Ashton School

Scott Road, Cumberland, RI 02864

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Ashton School has been inspected seven times since 2023. Ashton School was last inspected on Mar 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Ashton School's latest score is in line with the Cumberland average of 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-501.111

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor underneath the dishwasher, and by the drain in the dishwasher area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.

5-501.113

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor underneath the dishwasher, and by the drain in the dishwasher area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the storage area located on the dishwasher. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. Covers on dumpster were observed broken, dumpster must be maintained in good condition.

5-501.111

Oct 9, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the kitchen.

4-302.14

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The prep table shelf located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.

5-501.15

Feb 15, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 18, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 8, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ashton School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ashton School on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ashton School?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ashton School.

How does Ashton School compare to other restaurants in Cumberland?

Ashton School most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cumberland average of 88.

Has Ashton School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ashton School have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ashton 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 Ashton School inspected?

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

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