A colourful bowl of carrot ribbons, peas, tomatoes, pickled onion and chicken

For independent schools

What if

Your catering partner reflected your school’s values?

Great food should reflect the standards and character of your school.

We partner with independent schools to deliver tailored, high-quality catering that students enjoy and school communities trust.

What we do

We offer a complete school catering solution that supports the full school day.

From high-quality daily dining to flexible hospitality and enrichment moments, our offer supports the full school experience with food that feels considered, nourishing and memorable.

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Independent brands

Discover the brands whose passion for food goes beyond nutrition -striving to make school food different and better in every way.

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Proven impact you can trust

What started with a single school partnership has grown into one of the UK's leading education catering specialists.

Today, Impact Food Group serves over 1,700 schools and one million students every day through a family of specialist brands, supporting primary schools, secondary schools, sixth forms, independent schools and multi-academy trusts across England.

Our impact at a glance:

  • +10%

    average increase in meal participation within the first 16 weeks of a new contract

  • 96%

    of students feel happy at school because they enjoy our food*

  • 95%

    find it easier to focus in class**

Source: Impact Report 2025 - *vs 76% in non-IFG catered schools **vs 72% in non-IFG catered schools

Our food

Great food starts with great ingredients. Every meal we serve is made to be nutritious, appealing and something students want to eat.

Bowls of chicken, slaw and salad on a serving counter
A large pan of paella with lemon and herbs
Rows of filled pastry pots on a buffet

For families, confidence matters

We believe school food should be something students choose and something parents and guardians can trust.

That’s why we focus on quality ingredients, balanced nutrition and safe, inclusive dining experiences that support focus, wellbeing and enjoyment throughout the school day.

  • Allergen Awareness and Compliance
  • SEND Support and Inclusive Menus
  • Balanced Nutrition and Quality Ingredients
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A smiling chef serving food at a school counter

Testimonials

"IFG revolutionised our food offer at Wexham School"

Lawrence Smith

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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