School Meals

At Blackpool Skills Academy, every student receives a free, healthy lunch every day — there’s no application process, no forms to complete, and no eligibility checks.
We believe that every young person should have access to a nutritious meal as part of their school experience.

Our school meals are freshly prepared on-site and we encourage students to enjoy a balanced meal that includes fresh fruit, vegetables, and a choice of hot and cold options.

We aim to create a positive dining experience where students can enjoy healthy food together, building important social skills as well as healthy eating habits.

 

Food and Cooking in the Curriculum

As part of their personal development, students also learn to cook healthy meals during lessons.

Many of the meals they prepare can be eaten as their lunch, giving them hands-on experience of preparing simple, nutritious food — a vital life skill for independence and wellbeing.

Learning about food, nutrition, and healthy living is an important part of our curriculum, helping students to develop positive habits that support both physical and mental health.

 

Additional Information

  • All lunches are free of charge to every student, every day.

  • There is no need to apply for Free School Meals — it is part of our commitment to supporting every young person.
     
  • We provide a choice of meals, including vegetarian options.
     
  • Students can also add items from our fresh salad bar daily.
     
  • We focus on creating meals that are nutritious, balanced, and appealing.
     

 

At Blackpool Skills Academy, a healthy lunch is part of learning — fuelling energy, confidence, and success every day.