At EBS, careers education is a central part of school life. We provide independent, impartial guidance to help students of all ages explore their strengths and passions, and to plan for their future.
In Years 10 and 11, students focus on preparing for life after GCSEs. Using our online platform Unifrog, they explore potential pathways, including Sixth Form, college courses and apprenticeships, and the subjects or qualifications required for different careers. We also provide opportunities to meet employers, training providers and local colleges, giving students real-world insight into the world of work. All students complete Year 10 work experience and meet our independent Careers Advisor to discuss their future plans.
Studying Food Preparation and Nutrition at GCSE offers students an exciting opportunity to develop practical cooking skills while gaining a deeper understanding of the science behind food and healthy eating. The course combines hands-on learning with important theoretical knowledge, helping students understand how food choices affect health and wellbeing.
Building on the foundations developed at Key Stage 3, students explore key topics such as nutrition, food provenance, food science and food safety. They learn about the nutritional needs of individuals and how ingredients behave during preparation and cooking. Through this, students gain a clearer understanding of how balanced meals are created and how food is produced, processed and prepared safely.
During Year 10, the focus is on developing practical skills and building confidence in the kitchen. Students regularly prepare and cook a variety of dishes, learning and refining a wide range of culinary techniques. Alongside practical work, students also explore the theoretical aspects of the course and complete practice tasks designed to prepare them for the non-exam assessments in Year 11. Weekly homework supports the theory studied in class, encourages the development of practical skills at home and helps students strengthen their examination technique.
In Year 11, students apply the knowledge and skills developed in Year 10 to complete two non-exam assessments: the Food Investigation Task (NEA1) and the Food Preparation Task (NEA2). These allow students to demonstrate their understanding of food science and showcase a wide range of cooking techniques, before completing the final written examination at the end of the course.
