Little Compton School Department

28 Commons, Little Compton, RI 02809

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Little Compton School Department has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 90, which Little Compton School Department's 86 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dishwasher. Test strips must be obtained.

4-204.115

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: One of the ovens and the dishwasher are not in good repair. 3-bay sink is being used to wash, rinse, and sanitize. Maintenance ticket has been placed for repair.

4-501.11

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The dishwasher (not currently in use) is lacking a proper air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-402.11

Mar 24, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The dishwasher is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food/food equipment is placed.

5-402.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gasket of the milk chest cooler observed in poor repair, split away from the lid. Gasket is to be replaced. In addition, the door handle of the 1-door reach-in is in poor repair, pulled away from the door. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Oct 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 8, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: 3-bay sink is in poor repair. Stopper seal is not holding water/sanitizer in sink. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Oct 19, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The middle hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Staff provided paper towels during this inspection.

6-301.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Faucet of the front hand-washing sink and the sanitizing drain of the 3 bay sink were not in good repair. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: Ice buildup observed in the 2 door freezer lcoated in the back kitchen area. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain. Ice buildup shall be broken down to prevent blockage of cold air flow inside unit.

5-403.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment shall register a ServSafe certified employee with RIDOH Center for Food Protection as the Certified Food Safety Manager (RI license).

2-102.12

May 23, 2023

Routine

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 at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Per interview of staff, an employee will be enrolled in food safety course. -Establishment shall register the employee as the Certified Food Safety Manager with RIDOH Center for Food Protection upon completion of food safety course and passing food safety exam.

2-102.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Compton School Department last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Little Compton School Department on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Little Compton School Department?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Little Compton School Department.

How does Little Compton School Department compare to other restaurants in Little Compton?

Little Compton School Department most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Little Compton average of 90.

Has Little Compton School Department's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Little Compton School Department 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 Little Compton School Department inspected?

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

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