ATLP Catering team served up national award for food excellece

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership has been awarded a prestigious national accolade for its high-quality catering services.

The ATLP’s Catering Team has achieved Food for Life Served Here Bronze certification from the Soil Association for serving healthy and sustainable meals across all schools.

Food for Life is part of the Soil Association, is a UK-wide sustainable food and farming charity which aims to protect nature by transforming how people eat and farm. Food for Life Served Here certification recognises and celebrates caterers who use sustainable ingredients, champion good practice and cook from scratch.

Harry Matthews, ATLP’s Head of Facilities & Estates (pictured below), said:

Food for Life Served Here certified meals are freshly prepared by trained chefs.  All ingredients are free from additives, artificial trans fats and GM ingredients. The meat served can be traced back to the farm and meets or exceeds UK animal welfare standards, eggs are free range, fish is sustainable, and menus make the most of seasonal ingredients. All of which reduces the environmental impact of menus.

Harry added:

Caron Longden, Head of Business Development at Food for Life said:‘Food for Life Served Here caterers are leading the way in demonstrating how they are improving the food they serve. Making good food the norm is key to tackling the interrelated crises of climate, nature, and health. Achieving Food for Life Served Here certification is a fantastic accomplishment and a true reflection of a caterers’ commitment to serving healthy and sustainable meals.”

The accreditation also supports the Partnership’s commitment to sustainability. It highlights the Catering Team’s ongoing efforts to reduce food miles, support local suppliers and ensure our students and communities have access to nutritious, responsibly sourced meals every day.