Education Catering
We understand that food plays a vital role in education. It’s so much more than just a break between lessons. It’s a time to reset, build healthy habits and connect with peers. For younger children, it might be the first time they try something new. For older students, it’s about independence, choice and balance. For staff, it’s a brief but important pause in the day.
Making mealtimes matter
That is why we design catering that is fully personalised to your school, college or trust. We never drop in a one-size-fits-all model or impose set menus. We listen, we adapt, and then we build a service that works with your pupils, your spaces, and your routine.
Whether you’re a small village primary, a large urban secondary or a growing college campus, we’ll help you make food a positive part of the school day.
More than just food
Our service is designed to add value, not complications. That means providing reliable, friendly teams, thoughtful dining setups, and extras designed to bring food into the wider school conversation.
Depending on the age and stage, we support your school community with:
- Taster days and parent sessions so families feel confident about what’s on offer
- Student council feedback loops to help pupils feel heard and involved
- Curriculum tie-ins, such as themed days and cultural food experiences
- Hands-on food learning, from cooking workshops to school garden support
- Dining room improvements, from signage and displays to uniforms and equipment
We see ourselves as part of the school, not just a contractor. Our teams are visible, approachable, and genuinely care about getting things right.
Learn more about…
Steven Balding has been an amazing support to all the schools in The LET Education Trust.
Not only is he incredibly helpful and always goes that extra mile to provide a fantastic service for our students and staff, but he always operates in a friendly and professional manner. He has a passion for food and ensuring that his team provides the best possible service for all service users.
Carmel Trickett, COO
Built for every background and belief
We believe school meals should reflect the communities we serve. Our team is trained through our dedicated Food Diversity programme, giving them the knowledge and confidence to provide for different dietary needs, religious requirements and cultural practices.
We work closely with school leaders and families to understand expectations and adjust menus accordingly. Whether it is Halal options, meat-free days, or allergy-friendly dishes, we build trust by getting the details right.
Our Food Diversity programme is backed by regular training and lived experience. It is not a box-ticking exercise. It’s about making sure every pupil feels respected & included at mealtimes.
Sourcing that makes sense
Food tastes better when it is fresh, seasonal and responsibly sourced. We work with suppliers who meet high standards for quality, welfare and sustainability. Our eggs are free-range. Our coffee is Rainforest Alliance certified. Our ingredients are chosen for flavour and fairness, not shortcuts.
We also help schools reduce food waste and improve cost efficiency. That might be through portion planning, flexible ordering, or smart use of leftovers in new dishes. It all adds up to a better service that is better for the environment too.
If your school has specific environmental goals or policies, we will support them. We believe doing things properly is the only way to work.
Safe payments made simple
We support cashless systems in secondary schools and further education settings, helping speed up service and reduce admin. Pupils and students can top up their accounts online or through secure payment points, keeping queues short and giving parents peace of mind.
We also make it easy to monitor uptake and generate clear, useful reports, helping your admin team stay on top of things without added hassle.
In primary schools, our white-labelled pre-order system, Cre8te, includes award-winning allergen protection to keep younger pupils safe. It connects easily with popular MIS platforms such as ParentPay, Arbour, BromCom and others, streamlining school meal management from the classroom to the kitchen.
Our services
Want to build a better food service for your school?
We’d love to help. Whether you’re reviewing your current setup or starting fresh, we’ll work alongside you to create something that fits your school community and keeps pupils and staff well fed, happy and focused.
