British Food Fortnight 26th September to 12th October 2025

British Food Fortnight starts today!  Choosing British food means enjoying the diverse and delicious food that our varied countryside and seasonal climate produces. It is a way of rejoicing in the food that is grown on our doorsteps, tasting a part of Britain’s heritage, supporting farmers who maintain our beautiful countryside.

Feedback on Our New Food Curriculum

KS3 pupils have started work on a brand new curriculum this term.  The aim of the curriculum is not only to teach pupils about food and nutrition and develop their skills as cooks, but also to instill the love of cooking in them.  Each lesson pupils are learning how to transfer their food to a plate in the most attractive way possible.

We are certainly making the most of our 5 lessons per fortnight.  We would be very interested in your feedback on how your child is getting on and whether they are proud of the food they bring home.  We do appreciate that pupils have had more than one practical lesson most weeks and we are aware that there is a cost implication for parents and carers.  Please do give us your feedback on whether the balance of practical and theory lessons is right.  Please email Mr Page at pagea@danebury.hispmat.org with your views. 

Year 10 pupils are studying a course which is new to the school, Hospitality and Catering, which is provided by the WJEC examination board.  Pupils are being encouraged to work as if they are in a professional kitchen, so far, have risen superbly to the challenge.  Again feedback is gratefully received.

Year 11 pupils are continuing with the second year of the AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition course and have made an excellent start to their NEA1 Food Investigation task.