School Catering Islington

At AiP, we believe that great food fuels young minds. That’s why we’re passionate about creating flavourful, healthy meals using the best local ingredients to delight Islington’s pupils and support their well-being.

School Catering Islington

At AiP, we believe that great food fuels young minds. That’s why we’re passionate about creating flavourful, healthy meals using the best local ingredients to delight Islington’s pupils and support their well-being.

Nutrition and Safety Standards

As experienced education caterers, we’re committed to delivering nutritious and safe meals, whether on-site or off-site. Our dedicated food development team, top chefs, and leading nutritionists work together to ensure that our menu options cater to the diverse needs of pupils. We prioritise health and safety, crafting meals that are inclusive, wholesome, and adhere to the highest nutritional standards.

Food to make students smile

Founded over 20 years ago and operating in over 400 educational institutions, we’re the experts in school catering. Our local-first approach delivers innovative menus full of tried and tested recipes that support pupil happiness and wellbeing.

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Food Smart

Built for primary school pupils, Food Smart is about having fun with food, investing in dining spaces, and offering engaging menus.

Kitcheners

Kitcheneers

Retail-focused, our secondary school offering is a fresh approach to health and wellbeing with our health by stealth programme.

The Forum

Learn more about our world flavour food offer, designed especially for sixth-form students expecting high street café culture.

Food Smart

Built for primary school pupils, Food Smart is about having fun with food, investing in dining spaces, and offering engaging menus.

Kitcheners

The Kitcheneers

Retail-focused, our secondary school offering is a fresh approach to health and wellbeing with our health by stealth programme.

The Forum

Learn more about our world flavour food offer, designed especially for sixth-form students expecting high street café culture.

Sustainability Initiatives

Sustainability is central to our mission. We strive to minimise food waste and reduce our carbon footprint, all while fostering healthy eating habits in children. Our commitment is evident throughout our supply chain—from using digital pre-ordering and waste-tracking systems to sourcing produce locally, seasonally, and ethically. Every step we take is designed to make a positive impact on the planet and promote sustainable practices in schools.

Sustainability Initiatives

Sustainability is central to our mission. We strive to minimise food waste and reduce our carbon footprint, all while fostering healthy eating habits in children. Our commitment is evident throughout our supply chain—from using digital pre-ordering and waste-tracking systems to sourcing produce locally, seasonally, and ethically. Every step we take is designed to make a positive impact on the planet and promote sustainable practices in schools.

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Allergen management

Ensuring food safety for all students is a top priority for us. We carefully consider allergies and food intolerances in our recipes, offering allergen-free menu options and utilising the School Food United platform for efficient allergen tracking and ordering. Our strict allergen management policy includes dedicated preparation and storage methods to keep meals safe and suitable for students with dietary restrictions. We collaborate closely with Islington schools to identify and accommodate individual needs, ensuring a safe dining experience for everyone.

Enhancing Food Safety and Nutritional Standards

Guided by our expert nutritionists, we deliver a balanced and nourishing meal service tailored to the lifestyles of students. We continually explore new ways to inspire healthy eating, including chef-led sugar swap classes throughout the year. These initiatives aim to promote better choices and support the well-being of students in Islington’s schools.

Awards and accreditations

We’re proud to hold many awards and accreditations that speak to our high standards for safety and sustainability

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Why work with Us?

To exceed all nutritional standards

Producing delicious freshly cooked meals

Creating a Home from Home experience

Providing a fun environment for the pupils

Delivering a packed schedule of theme events

Employing happy friendly smiling staff

Offering a range of special offers

Introducing gardening and cookery clubs

Facilitating competitions, prizes and rewards

Inviting parents in for lunch

Working in partnership with the school

A friendly and open management style

Nutritionally Balanced Meals for Islington Schools

With more than two decades of expertise, we excel in delivering customised, digital, and eco-friendly catering solutions for schools in the UK. Our carefully designed meals ensure a delightful and nutritious experience for students of all ages. We surpass Government School Food Standards and safety regulations. Our services are supported by a range of prestigious awards and accreditations. We hold certifications such as ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018.

What services do you provide in Islington?
We provide both on-site and off-site school catering depending on the needs of the school. Our three programmes are Food Smart for primary, Kitcheneers for secondary and The Forum for sixth form pupils.
How do you support the local communities of Islington schools?
Through our menus and collaboration with Islington schools, we aim to reflect local communities and ensure our presence in the canteen is as inclusive as possible. Additionally, we aim to locally source our job positions and produce as much as possible.
How do you promote sustainable catering practices in Islington?
Through continuous development of our sourcing, preparation and menu building methods, we aim to reduce food miles, minimise waste and support schools to adopt sustainable practices and values.
Do you offer vegetarian and vegan options in your menus?
Yes, we have at least 2 vegetarian options each day, one of those options are also vegan to ensure inclusivity for pupil preferences.
How do you involve pupils in menu development?
We encourage feedback from the pupils we cater for so that we can enhance our menus and events suited to them.