Why Study Food and Nutrition?

To understand the scientific principles behind food and nutrition and use a number of practical techniques to prepare and cook food.

Pupil Voice

“I look forward to my food lessons, they are teaching me to cook.”

Who teaches it?

Caroline Hallowell teaches Food.

How is it taught?

You will have four 70-minute lessons a week and are assessed through both practical and written skills.

What do we learn?

You will work towards a GCSE in Food Preparation and Nutrition.  Topics include food, nutrition and health, food science, food safety, food choice and food provenance.

Where could it lead?

  • Chef
  • Food Teacher
  • Food Stylist
  • Nutritionist
  • Hotel and Catering Management