Plymouth Headteacher Wins UK Cooking Competition
All Saints Academy Plymouth is proud to announce that Headteacher Scott Simpson-Horne has been crowned the winner of the Head of Fish competition, part of the Fish in Schools Hero program.
The competition, which aims to promote practical life skills among students, saw Mr. Simpson-Horne’s innovative approach to cooking and his dedication to healthy eating stand out among educational leaders nationwide.
Mr. Simpson-Horne, known for his commitment to health and wellbeing, took on the challenge of teaching a hands-on lesson on creating a healthier version of fish and chips. The demonstration involved a variety of fish types, oven-baked sweet potato wedges, homemade tartare sauce, and a freshly made salad, showcasing important cooking techniques and subjects like sustainability and budgeting.
Students from Years 7, 8, and 9 participated in the interactive cooking session, trying new foods and learning valuable skills along the way. The judges were impressed by Mr. Simpson-Horne’s session, declaring All Saints Academy the ultimate winner.
As part of the prize, All Saints Academy Plymouth and two runner-up schools will receive fresh fish worth hundreds of pounds from Wing of St Mawes – The Cornish Fishmonger, to be used in food and nutrition lessons.
All Saints Academy Plymouth, a part of the Ted Wragg Trust, is dedicated to the personal development of students, focusing on life skills that promote healthier lifestyles, sustainability, and independence.
The Fish in Schools Hero program, funded by the Fishmongers’ Company’s Fisheries Charitable Trust and managed by the Food Teachers Centre, aims to introduce students to fish-based dishes and foster an appreciation for seafood before they leave school.
Head of Fish is an annual competition open to schools nationwide, encouraging headteachers to teach a fish-focused lesson to students. The program is supported by local fishmongers, chefs, and suppliers.
In a statement, Scott Simpson-Horne expressed his passion for helping students develop essential life skills and highlighted the joy of cooking together with the students. Dr. Eleanor Adamson from the Fishmongers Company praised the dedication of Head Teachers participating in the program, while Louise Davies and Simon Gray commended the creativity and engagement displayed by Mr. Simpson-Horne and his students.
Overall, the Head of Fish competition highlights the importance of practical education and healthy eating habits in schools, empowering students to make informed choices and develop lifelong skills.
Source: Press Release
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