Food Technology

Vision

Food Technology focuses on practical cooking skills to ensure that students develop greater understanding of nutrition, food provenance
and the working characteristics of food materials.

At the heart of the subject we focus on developing practical cookery skills and a robust
understanding of nutrition. Food Technology brings together the most important elements of food, nutrition, cookery skills, food provenance and food science to allow students to flourish within a creative subject and develop vital life skills. Students are able to demonstrate a solid understanding of food safety and hygiene practices which are routinely adhered too in lessons.

Students who enjoy Food Technology and are aspiring towards a hospitality or food related career have the opportunity to study Food Preparation and Nutrition at KS4 and achieve a GCSE qualification. Students will also develop their communication skills such as oracy and use of vocabulary, both inside and outside the classroom. Students who choose food at KS4 show a genuine enthusiasm for cooking and an appreciation for the cultural diversity of food.

The curriculum is delivered by knowledgeable teachers who employ a range of teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles and abilities. The practical element of the subject is given due importance, with students being provided with ample opportunities to apply their theoretical understanding in hands-on cooking and food preparation tasks.

The skills students develop through studying the food curriculum will support their progression in a wide range of other subjects. In terms of subject knowledge, the nutrition and health particularly complement the study of biology and physical education. The Food Preparation and Nutrition curriculum is designed to promote the development of a range of transferrable skills, such as teamwork, problem-solving, creativity and effective communication. Food Preparation and Nutrition also helps students to learn how to work independently and manage their time – skills valued by both higher education institutions and employers alike.