Food & Nutrition

What topics will my child study in year 7 and 8

All students in years 7 and 8 will study the following topics on a termly rotation:

1. Principles of health and nutrition to adapt recipes.

2. Principles of nutrition.

3. Review of food preparation skills.

4. Review of dishes

5. Prepare and cook a wide range of predominantly savoury high skill dishes.

6. Heat transfer method.

7. Source and seasonality of ingredients.

8.Job roles in Hospitality and Catering.

What topics will my child study in year 9, 10 and 11?

Students follow WJEC Level 1 / 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering.

The course covers two main topics:

Unit 1 which is an exam worth 80 marks. This counts for 40% of the total mark. The exam will cover the following four topics: Understand the environment in which hospitality and Catering providers operate, Understand how hospitality and catering provision operates, Understand how Hospitality and Catering provision meets health and safety requirements, Know how food can cause ill health.

Unit 2 Controlled Assessment task worth 120 marks. This counts for 60% of the total mark. The assessment should be completed in 12 hours under controlled conditions. Students will be given a Brief which they should use to choose suitable dishes including accompaniments linked to the specified target group. They must plan, cook, present and serve 2 dishes with accompaniments.Other topics include: Identify nutrients provided by ingredients in chosen recipes. This links to dietary needs of specific target groups.

Do you have a reading list for this subject?

Hospitality and Catering Study and revision 2nd edition. Anita Tull

How can I help my child to excel in this subject?

In addition to checking the DPR judgements and monitoring homework, regularly ensure your child completes their collaboration where they are provided with personalised feedback to close gaps in their learning. It is essential for students to practise their practical skills at home, making and presenting high skill dishes.

Are there any online resources?

http://www.foodafactoflife.org.uk/Index.aspx

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bbc+teach+food

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com

Do you offer any interventions or clubs my child can attend?

The department offers morning intervention sessions on Tuesdays from 7.30 till 8.15am.

There are also Saturday interventions that are key points during the course for those students that would like additional support.

Are there any important dates for me to be aware of in your subject?

Year 10 submission date for coursework portfolio is in December of their year 10.

Year 11 early entry for the final exam is in January of their year 11.

Year 11 final exam entry is in June of their year 11.

How will my child be assessed at the end of the course?

At the end of their Level 2 Award there are 2 components to be assessed.

Unit 1 Exam ( externally assessed.) 80 marks.

Unit 2 Controlled Assessment (internally assessed and externally moderated) 120 marks