Availability of Water
We have fresh drinking water and suitable cups readily available for pupils and staff. A chilled water machine can be found in the link building on the ground floor and in Ivyholme on the second floor corridor. It is important you drink water when you are thirsty, hot or tired, or feeling unwell. It is recommended that you drink 2 litres of water a day but the more you exercise the more dehydrated you will become so you will need to drink more.
Supplements
The use of supplements, such as protein shakes, creatine and other performance enhancing aids are heavily discouraged. Those wishing to take such products do so at their own risk and boys should consult with parents and PE staff before choosing to take such products. Boys can ensure they lead a healthy lifestyle through exercising & eating an appropriate diet for their needs thus negating the need for supplementation.
Healthy eating
Advice is given to boarders at supper and via lectures about the effects of eating junk food.
The boarding community meets with the catering team at least twice a year. Boys are encouraged to participate and represent their houses. You should attend all meals at the dining hall. Takeaways are allowed but you are strongly encouraged not take these too frequently. All food should be eaten in the communal areas. Each boarding house has kitchen facilities which provide boys with a fridge, freezer, toaster, kettle and a microwave and a hob and oven can be found in Blew House. You are encouraged to have a go at cooking and tutors are always willing to give advice. Staff and boarders are encouraged to mix through a series of events held by the boarding houses throughout the year in which staff are invited to attend such as Christmas dinner, barbeques and Chinese New Year celebrations.
Special dietary needs and food allergies
We are sensitive to the catering needs of pupils with specific dietary needs, including religious considerations.
Food hygiene
The kitchen facilities at the College are inspected on an annual basis in relation to the Food Safety Act.
Before you can use the kitchen in the boarding house you will receive a talk from the Head Chef and Catering Manager to ensure that you are aware of safe procedures in the kitchen.
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