Curriculum Intent
In Food, our curriculum intent aims:
To provide a curriculum built on the principles of nutrition, with a clear understanding of healthy eating and the Eatwell guide.
To develop confidence and independence at selecting and modifying recipes, allowing them to plan, prepare, cook, and present a range of dishes.
To provide opportunities to explore and investigate different ingredients, where they come from, their properties and functions.
Curriculum Plan
Student Learning Journey
Exam Board Information
Key Stage 4
GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition (9-1) – J309
Reading List
Food Preparation And Nutrition Reading List
Career Links
The food and hospitality industry in the UK is ever increasing in popularity, with specific food stores now set up focussing on puddings or cake. Undertaking Food Preparation and Nutrition at GCSE level will develop your knowledge and skills to prepare you for a number of roles in this area. These roles include:
Dietician
Food Technologist
Nutritionist
Product Development
Sports Science
Food Stylist
Sensory Science
Biochemist
Food Manufacture
For further information about possible future careers in this area, please speak to one of your Technology teachers.
Subject Leader Information
Subject Leader: Mrs Sarah Tapp
