School Catering Services for Dane Royd and Mackie Hill Schools

Opportunity to provide catering services for two independent schools: Dane Royd (360 pupils including nursery) and Mackie Hill (172 pupils). The contractor will deliver meal preparation and service, with meals cooked at Dane Royd's kitchen and transported to Mackie Hill. Contract value: £129,000 annually. Contract term: 3 years with optional 2 x 1-year extensions, commencing 1st August 2027. Both schools seek a qualified catering contractor who demonstrates commitment to pupil wellbeing, educational values, and community engagement. Dane Royd emphasizes perseverance, respect, open-mindedness, understanding and determination (PROUD values). Mackie Hill prioritizes wellbeing and nurturing approaches with high academic expectations, reflected in their motto "kind hearts, ambitious minds." While contracting separately with each school, both will appoint the same contractor. Suppliers must demonstrate capability in nutritious meal provision, food safety compliance, and alignment with school values and community commitment.