At Northampton High School, we pride ourselves on providing a wide variety of freshly cooked and prepared options to cater for all tastes, moods, and dietary requirements. Chef Manager Jack Hogg and his team are passionate about providing vibrant, fresh, and enticing dishes designed to nourish, nurture, and sustain our pupils.

We are proud to work with Holroyd Howe, an award-winning independent caterer specialising in independent schools. Their passion is simple: creating fresh, nutritious, and exciting meals that pupils enjoy every day. By using seasonal, locally sourced, and ethically produced ingredients, they prepare balanced menus that support healthy lifestyles and provide everything growing pupils need

A World of Choice

We ensure a wide range of lunch options are available every day so that every student can find something to set them up for the afternoon.

• Main Meals: Our chefs prepare traditional favourites alongside global flavours, ranging from Rich Beef Bolognese and Butcher’s Sausages to Chicken Shawarma and Spring Lamb Keema.

• Plant-Based Innovation: We offer imaginative vegetarian and vegan mains daily, such as Basil Tomato and Butterbean Baked Gnocchi, Sweet Potato Falafels, and Salt and Pepper Breaded Tofu.

• Nutritional Excellence: Meals include plenty of fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and quality proteins, while keeping sugar and salt to a minimum.

• The Ramen and Noodle Bar: Pupils can enjoy interactive dining experiences, including a customisable Ramen Bar with miso broth and pulled chicken, or Modern Italian loaded flatbreads.

• Expert Guidance: Holroyd Howe’s award-winning Head of Nutrition, Ellie Olds, leads a dedicated team that works with our chefs to ensure our menus support academic success, athletic performance, and general wellbeing.

• Daily Staples: We provide 50/50 Pasta with simple sauces and freshly baked Jacket Potatoes with assorted toppings.

• Desserts and Boost Treats: Our desserts include classics like Apple Crumble and Sticky Toffee Pudding, alongside our Boost range—wholesome treats like Carrot Cake and Banana Bread designed to provide sustained energy.

More Than Just Food

Mealtimes at the High School are an experience designed to be fun and educational. Throughout the year, pupils can enjoy:

• Themed Days and Tasting Tables: Special events that encourage students to explore new flavours.

• Interactive Chef Demos: Engaging sessions that bring the kitchen experience to life.

• Future-Proof Eating: Sustainability is at the heart of the approach, with initiatives such as Future-Proof Foods committed to making a positive impact on the planet.

• Safety and Inclusion: Holroyd Howe carefully manages all allergies and dietary requirements, ensuring every child can enjoy safe, delicious meals.