Peasedown St John Primary School in Somerset has unveiled its newly refurbished ‘Cookery Corner,’ a modern cookery room made possible by a generous donation from the Parent School Association.
The school’s headteacher, Ruth Noall, expressed enthusiasm about the upgrade: “We can now deliver food technology lessons in a modern kitchen equipped to accommodate entire groups preparing food together.”
Year 4 pupils were among the first to experience the new facility, guided by design technology leader Annie Kershaw and teaching assistant Karen James. The children enjoyed baking biscuits using the state-of-the-art kitchen equipment.
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The school’s design technology curriculum is built around the ‘Design, Make, Evaluate’ process, which fosters children’s understanding and technical skills. Teachers encourage innovation and practical thinking, guiding students to make informed choices about equipment functionality in their projects. This approach extends to cooking and nutrition lessons, where pupils learn to prepare meals while grasping the importance of nutrition and healthy eating habits.
Ruth Noall emphasized the importance of this education: “Learning how to cook is a vital life skill that empowers pupils to feed themselves and others healthily and economically, both now and in the future. We ensure every food and nutrition project has a meaningful goal, such as preparing for a class picnic.”
Established in 1913, Peasedown St John Primary School educates around 420 children aged 2 to 11, nurturing essential skills for life.