"I am thrilled to be a part of this group as I passionately support our local British Farming industry and local producers and suppliers. All our in-house school kitchens across the Academy for Character and Excellence enjoy preparing tasty school meals using British, local and seasonal produce. Higher welfare standards, quality assurances, less food miles and supporting our local economy are some of the reasons we are proud to #BuyBritish. It is really important to us as a catering service and an important part of our sustainable school meals food charter.

As an educational Trust we align ourself with the ethos of 'Love British Food'. We want our pupils to believe they can make a positive difference to themselves and others. Through educating our pupils about where their food comes from, the importance of buying and cooking seasonally and locally and reconnecting them with their environment and nature we are encouraging this and giving them the knowledge to make it happen."