Catering
At Blue Coat, we are committed to providing high-quality meals that not only satisfy hunger but also promote health and well-being among our students and staff. Our school caterers ‘Academy’ focuses on creating fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal dishes that cater to the diverse tastes and preferences of our community.
Understanding that the needs of secondary school pupils are constantly evolving, we prioritize offering meals that resonate with current food trends and appeal to the sophisticated palates of today’s youth. Our menu is carefully designed to reflect a blend of classic favorites and innovative culinary creations, ensuring that every meal is both nutritious and enjoyable.
We recognize that our students are brand-savvy and influenced by the broader food landscape, which is why we strive to incorporate popular ingredients and cooking techniques while remaining true to our commitment to sustainability.
Our goal is to create an inviting dining experience that encourages students to explore new flavors and make healthy choices. Join us in celebrating the vibrant world of food at Blue Coat Academy, where every meal is a step towards fostering a healthier, happier future.
What’s on the Menu?
What is a cashless system?
A Cashless Catering System is a solution which is purpose designed to meet the ever evolving needs and demands of the catering provision, required by today’s schools and academies. The Trust-e Cashless Solution allows schools to be better able to provide their students and staff with a faster, more efficient and more appealing meal service.
What is ‘Biometric’?
Biometric is simply a method of identifying an individual person. The Trust-e Cashless System uses an algorithm based scan, which reads between 50 and 130 points on the finger/thumb. It is not a fingerprint in any way, shape or form and is of use only in the Cashless System.
How does a biometric system work?
The information of a pupil or staff member, who has been biometrically registered, is stored on a secure biometric controller within the school, which only your provider, Nationwide Retail Systems, can access with permission from the school. Once an account is credited, the pupil or staff member places their finger/thumb on the EPOS Terminal Biometric Reader, which looks up their account and allows them to purchase items using only this method of identification.