Our Food
At Abbotsholme School, we take pride in the provenance of our food, with our catering team often incorporating fresh produce from our own working farm into the menu – this is our ‘Farm to Fork’ initiative which we are extremely proud of.
Our food is freshly made in our kitchens, offering nutritious, diverse and delicious options. We are proud to have a large kitchen in the main school building, adjacent to our historic dining hall, staffed by two full-time chefs and a dedicated catering team. Our catering team keep our pupils fuelled with healthy and tasty meals at breakfast, lunch and supper.
From homemade classics to more adventure dishes, our menu is refreshed weekly and offers something for everyone. It highlights seasonal ingredients while giving our chefs the freedom to get creative. As well as the daily chef’s special, we always offer a diverse selection of vegetarian and vegan options. For lighter meals, pupils can enjoy freshly made sandwiches, soups, the salad bar, with fresh fruit available morning, lunch and afternoon break.
Farm to Fork
Farm to Fork allows us to back British farming and do our bit for sustainability, with produce from our farm travelling less than 5 miles, keeping our carbon footprint low. This initiative educates our pupils from an early age about where their food comes from, and all the stages produce goes through before it reaches their plates in the dining hall.
Mealtime at Abbotsholme is more than just eating – it's a time for socialising, much like gathering around a family dinner table. Pupils are encouraged to relax, savour their meals, and enjoy the company of friends.
Allergens
At Abbotsholme School, we take all allergens seriously, ensuring careful attention and consideration in our kitchens to accommodate everyone. Our catering team is highly experienced and trained in managing various allergens and dietary needs while ensuring safe cooking practices. We maintain a nut-free environment, with no nuts present in our kitchens or anywhere on our school campus.
Mealtime at Abbotsholme is more than just eating – it's a time for socialising, much like gathering around a family dinner table. Pupils are encouraged to relax, savour their meals, and enjoy the company of friends.