Innovate

Innovate by name and by nature.

Two soft tacos filled with roasted sweet potato, chilli and coriander, with avocado on the side
A wrap drizzled with sauce being served in paper at a street-food style counter

Fresh, modern school food.

Inspired by the high street. Shaped around what students actually want to eat.

Taking inspiration from the best of the high street, we bring fresh ideas, exciting choice and quick-service thinking into school – creating food and dining experiences that feel current, relevant and engaging.

What if

School food could compete with the high street?

By listening to students and responding to what they want, Innovate brings high-street-inspired food, environments and service into school – helping drive engagement, satisfaction and meal uptake.

  • 85%

    of schools would recommend Innovate

  • 80%

    are proud of the food in their schools

  • 86%

    say our catering team provides a high level of customer service

Results based on 137 Innovate feedback surveys (2025)

  • Primary

    A young pupil taking a yellow lunch tray from the serving counter

    Food that builds confidence and healthy habits

    Fresh, nutritious menus with plenty of choice, creating inclusive mealtimes that help younger pupils enjoy food and develop positive habits.

  • Secondary

    Grab-and-go street-food boxes of tacos and wraps on a school counter

    High-street-inspired food students want to eat

    Fresh, modern menus with the choice, variety and flavours students expect, creating a dining experience that feels current, relevant and engaging.

A smiling student in a red top taking a plate of food at the school counter

Testimonials

"IFG revolutionised our food offer at Wexham School"

Lawrance Smith

Case Studies

Real results from real school partnerships.

  • Secondary students in blue blazers paying at a school canteen till

    Impassioned Service

    Modern menus and smarter systems tripled meal uptake and cut queues by 70%.

    Read more: Impassioned Service
  • Smiling chef in a yellow polo and denim apron chatting in a school kitchen

    Genuine Partnership

    Personalised service and flexible solutions delivering “gastro-pub quality” food.

    Read more: Genuine Partnership

Contact Us

Looking for a catering partner that delivers more than just food?

Get in touch to find out how we can support your school or trust - from improving participation to creating a better dining experience for students.

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