Redefining Independent School Catering in Scotland
60 YEARS OF
CULINARY CREATIVITY
With over sixty years of culinary experience, we bring our trusted expertise to your school community. We focus on creating nourishing meals that inspire, while building strong partnerships to support the well-being of every pupil. It’s a privilege to be part of your school’s journey, offering dining experiences grounded in care, tradition and innovation.
Helping Independent Schools Outsource with Ease
We take launching your new independent school food concept as seriously as any new restaurant launch, with transition meetings between your team and ours, a bespoke pre-launch marketing strategy to get staff, pupils and parents engaged.
We strictly manage all overhead costs and the implications of VAT to minimise the exposure to our clients. Our ‘no surprises’ policy, coupled with honest and transparent reporting, creates a close working relationship.
We go beyond providing you with a quality-driven catering service, but also investment in your facility and added value services. We offer flexible investment packages throughout the life of our contracts, reflecting changing needs and priorities. Sharing the benefits of our global business also brings further opportunities.
Bringing People Together Through Food
Scotland’s independent schools are strong communities, and sharing meals plays a vital role in building culture, empathy, and well-being. At our core, we’re a creative catering partner for private schools in Scotland, working to make food a positive part of school life. Our approach is simple: school meals should be healthy, inclusive, and good for everyone.
A recipe for success
We bring together award-winning chefs, nutritionists, front-of-house teams and sourcing experts, each dedicated to quality, sustainability and service. From dining to coffee shops, vending, hospitality and events, our fresh food ethos remains consistent – seasonal, nutritious, delicious and always served with a smile.
Our Healthy Futures Partnership training empowers your school chefs to engage pupils in understanding food’s importance and enhances the nutritional content of dishes through better ingredient selection and cooking processes.
Bringing Communities Together Through Food
The food we serve in schools can help strengthen the sense of community. Sharing healthy meals sparks conversations, brings people together, and nurtures self-esteem, respect and happiness. Pupils begin to see that food is part of a bigger picture, and we couldn’t agree more.
Sustainable Ingredients
Our menus include a diverse range of sustainable ingredients and plant–based proteins. This enables pupils to make confident food choices that help reduce food waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
Bringing People Together Through Food
Scotland’s independent schools are strong communities, and sharing meals plays a vital role in building culture, empathy, and well-being. At our core, we’re a creative catering partner for private schools in Scotland, working to make food a positive part of school life. Our approach is simple: school meals should be healthy, inclusive, and good for everyone.
Food That Fuels Learning
Discover How We Cater Differently to Each School Sector
Explore our approach to creating original and unique solutions for every school.
Discover How We Cater Differently to Each School Sector
Explore our approach to creating original and unique solutions for every school.
Awards & Accreditations
Recognised Excellence
Awards & Accreditations
Recognised
Excellence
Served Your Way
Discover the Blend of Services That Make Us Special
Made Fresh at School
Our carefully crafted, market-fresh, artisanal food is produced on-site.
Food Portfolio
Our customised menus reflect the unique spirit of your school.
Digital Solutions
Our intuitive app & tech solutions elevate school dining.
Energy and Sustainability Management
Improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact and control costs.
Cleaning
With over 60 years of experience in the cleaning industry, we understand how essential a clean, safe, and hygienic environment is for schools.
Grand Designs
Complete design and project management service, from architectural plans to project management to surveying.
Discover the blend
of services that
make us special
Made Fresh at School
Our carefully crafted, market-fresh, artisanal food is produced on-site.
Food Portfolio
Our customised menus reflect the unique spirit of your school.
Digital Solutions
Our intuitive app & tech solutions elevate school dining.
Energy and Sustainability Management
Improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact and control costs.
Cleaning
With over 60 years of experience in the cleaning industry, we understand how essential a clean, safe, and hygienic environment is for schools.
Grand Designs
Complete design and project management service, from architectural plans to project management to surveying.
PROVEN SUCCESS
STORIES
Discover how we’ve transformed dining experiences at
leading schools and made a lasting impact.
PROVEN
SUCCESS
STORIES
Explore our case studies to see how we’ve transformed dining experiences at leading schools and made a lasting impact.
Exploring Food, Community, And Healthy Futures Together
Ocean Day at St Leonards School
Bee Day creates a buzz at Strathallan School
Exploring Food, Community, And Healthy Futures Together
Ocean Day at St Leonards School
Bee Day creates a buzz at Strathallan School
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you follow Scotland’s School Food Regulations?
Yes. Our menus are fully aligned with The Nutritional Requirements for Food and Drink in Schools (Scotland) Regulations 2020, ensuring that every meal meets Scotland’s standards for balanced nutrition, portion size, and reduced sugar and salt.
How do you support Scottish schools with allergen management?
We follow strict allergen procedures tailored to Scottish local authority requirements. Every meal is labelled clearly, our teams receive ongoing allergen training, and we work closely with schools to create safe dining environments for pupils with allergies or intolerances.
Do you use Scottish suppliers or local produce?
Wherever possible, yes. We prioritise fresh ingredients from trusted Scottish producers and distributors, helping reduce food miles and support Scotland’s local food economy.
Can you adapt menus for urban and rural schools in Scotland?
Absolutely. We understand the diverse geography of Scotland and tailor our service models accordingly from schools in Glasgow to Edinburgh.
What sustainability practices do you follow in Scotland?
We support Scotland’s wider goals for healthy, sustainable food in schools by focusing on responsible sourcing, reducing waste, lowering our environmental impact, and offering a balanced range of meal options, including plant-based choices.
Do you cater for Scottish cultural and dietary preferences?
Yes. We design menus that reflect Scottish tastes — from using local produce to offering dishes that feel familiar and comforting to pupils, while also introducing global foods in an accessible way.
What certifications do you hold to certify menu quality and sourcing?
A: Food For Life Bronze
MSC license
All meat used is British Red Tractor Certified
Enriching the Pupil Dining Experience
Amanda Vetesse
Senior Account Manager, Scotland
Sodexo is committed to enriching the pupil lunch experience by providing nutritious, balanced and sustainable meals that support wellbeing and learning. Our dedication to quality has been recognised through the Soil Association, Scotland’s Food for Life Programme Silver Award at Edinburgh Academy, reflecting our focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and the highest standards of nutrition. Beyond the food itself, we engage pupils through tasting sessions, workshops and interactive learning about healthy eating, sustainability and food provenance.
Enriching the Pupil Dining Experience
Amanda Vetesse
Senior Account Manager, Scotland
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