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SCHOOLS & COLLEGES
Here, we profile some of the best independent schools and colleges, across Lincolnshire offering the very best education the region has to offer...
Words: Rob Davis. Pictured: St Hugh’s School, Woodhall Spa.
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Lincolnshire Cookery School
Lincolnshire Cookery School allows you to learn to cook like a professional, in a peaceful rural setting. “We’re farmers, so we understand the fundamental idea of field to plate,” says founder Fiona Lucas. “Our experiences and location inspire us to produce quality, tasty and ‘want more’ dishes and it’s a joy to share them with our students.” “I’m a qualified Chef owning a Public House and Restaurant by the age of 34 when I then met my husband Mark (the farmer). I then had a slight change in my career and qualified as a Teacher through Hull University moving onto teach cookery in Young Offenders Prison & Pupil Referral Units in Yorkshire.” “I have over 35 years of experience in the catering and the eduction sector, so those who know me say I have a huge personality... they’ll also add that I’m very passionate about cooking and wine!” “Our cookery courses include a short demonstration followed by ‘hands-on’ cooking with tutoring to your own specific requirements.” The school’s courses include courses for young people, world cuisine courses, pies, sauces, fish and fine dining, plus courses for those with a sweet tooth or specialist diets. Bread making courses and seasonal courses are also held, and online, you can see which courses are running month by month. Gift vouchers are available too, and the courses are a great way to spend time with a friend or family member. n Call 07989 412603 or see www.lincolnshirecookeryschool.com.
The University of Lincoln
“A fantastic place to live and study...”
Inspirational teaching, worldleading research, great industry links and a reputation for excellent student satisfaction. It’s no wonder the University of Lincoln continues to go from strength to strength. The University has become known for its pioneering approach to working closely with industry. So much so, that it has been recognised with a Lord Stafford Award and Times Higher Education Award. Whether you are thinking about coming to study or to undertake research with the University, you can be confident that you are joining an institution that places the quality of its student experience at the heart of everything it does. So much so, that the University ranks in the top 20 in the UK for student satisfaction in both the Complete University Guide 2022 and the Guardian University Guide 2022. The University constantly invests in its buildings and facilities, striving to provide the best learning environment for its students. The new purposebuilt Lincoln Medical School Building was completed in March 2021 and is now the most sustainable building on campus with its solar panels and living wall. The University of Lincoln offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across the arts, science, social sciences and business, all of which aim to give you the strongest possible foundation for your future career and help you achieve your ambitions. n To discover your future, come and see the University of Lincoln for yourself. Book a place at an Open Day by visiting www.lincoln.ac.uk/opendays.
Riseholme College
Riseholme College is one of the UK’s leading land-based educational institutions specialising in Agriculture, Animal Sciences, Equine and Sport. Over the last 70 years, multi-million-pound investments in facilities and resources has seen the learning environmental at Riseholme go from strength to strength. On-site facilities include: l A brand-new Centre for Agri-Food Technology (part of the Lincolnshire Institute of Technology collaboration), which specialises in delivering higher-level technical skills to improve productivity, reduce skills gaps and support industry. l Agri-Tech Health and Nutrition Centre with professional kitchens and dedicated laboratories. l Recently developed Roundhouse to house Lincolnshire Red Cattle. l Specialist Animal Management Unit which is home to array of species. l A dedicated Equine Centre with a mix of indoor and outdoor arenas and a rider performance suite. l Sports and Health Science Centre, complete with gym, multi-use sports hall and outdoor 3G pitch. Riseholme College’s Chief Executive and Principal, Bill Meredith, says: “Riseholme is designed to make sure students are work-ready by the time they complete their studies, meaning they are fully equipped to launch exciting careers in a range of industries. We provide outstanding tuition by experts in their field, stunning campus facilities and worldclass industry partnerships.” n Information on the college’s range of courses are available online at www.riseholme.ac.uk or by calling 01522 304600.
St Hugh’s School
Based in Woodhall Spa, we are a leading independent Nursery, day and boarding Preparatory School for boys and girls aged 2-13. Set in our own beautiful grounds, we have exceptional facilities. With our own indoor swimming pool; an astroturf and extensive playing fields; music room with auditorium and practice rooms; library; and, as an accredited Forest School with our own woodland, our pupils have ample opportunities to discover their passion and enjoy the challenge of doing so. In our last ISI inspection we achieved ‘excellent’ in all areas and our Nursery was deemed ‘outstanding’. Our pioneering work in Visible Learning supports our Learning Dispositions where, for example, the ability of our Year 8 pupils to work independently can be directly traced from the excitement of our ‘Independent Iguanas’ in Reception. We are dedicated to developing the whole self with pupils talking routinely about being curious, about teamwork and being reflective – preparing them for their educational journey beyond St Hugh’s. As a result, our pupils go on to attain a wide range of scholarships to leading schools, including Uppingham, Oakham, Oundle, Sedbergh, Repton and Greshams. We are delighted to see the return of the Lincolnshire Show this year and would love to welcome prospective families to our stand (number 7.06) to find out more about life at St Hugh’s. n To book a visit, please email office@st-hughs.lincs.sch.uk, or alternatively, call 01526 352169 or see www.st-hughs.lincs.sch.uk.
School of Artisan Food
Want to take your baking to the next level or perfect your patisserie proficiency? Perhaps you would like to learn more about cheese-making, preserving, or how to craft the perfect pie? The School of Artisan Food is an award-winning charity located on the Welbeck Estate, dedicated to helping people from all walks of life learn about healthy, sustainable and delicious food. It is unique to the UK food industry; a hidden gem of specialist skills and knowledge, state-of-the-art facilities, and world class tutors. Whether you decide to enrol on our Advanced Diploma in Artisan Baking, the FdSc in Artisan Food production in collaboration with Nottingham Trent University or you decide to participate in one of our many short courses, you will experience a warm welcome whilst visiting us here at the School.
We aim to truly fire you up about the art and business of sustainable artisan food production with our wide range of hands-on courses. From baking and patisserie to charcuterie, cheese-making, foraging, preserving and pickling, the courses cater for all levels; teaching complete beginners as well as professionals. Established as a not-for-profit company, the school’s aim was always to inspire the wider community and make artisan food more accessible. Its unique location within stunning parkland simply adds to the experience.
n Call 01909 532171 for more or see www.schoolofartisanfood.org.
An Education for Life at Lincoln Minster School
A thriving school in the heart of Lincoln, and one of The Sunday Times’s top 40 preparatory schools, Lincoln Minster’s new headteacher Maria Young is reaffirming the school’s commitment to providing an education for life...
THREE STOREYS TALL, Lincoln Minster School’s Prior Building looks down from Broadgate, right across a vibrant, modern city. But it’s not just the school’s physical standing that’s impressive. Having been voted one of the top 40 prep schools in The Sunday Times’s Parent Power league, Lincoln Minster is currently one of the most desirable schools in the UK, let alone Lincolnshire, for parents seeking high quality independent education. With a prep school, senior school and sixth form the school provides an education for life, in a modern enriched co-educational atmosphere for reception age children right up to young adults studying for their AS and A-Levels. The school can trace its origins back to the 12th century, to Lincoln’s Cathedral School, and with the amalgamation of St Joseph’s Convent School and St Mary’s School, Lincoln Minster was established in 1996. Today the school also provides boarding facilities, also offering flexi-boarding for busy parents with hectic schedules. Its academic success is underwritten by the fact that 98% of students achieve grades 94 at GCSE, 92% achieve A*- C at A-Level and with Lincoln Minster Senior School ranked in the UK’s top 15%. The majority of the school’s students also go on to study at a Russell Group or Oxbridge Universities. However, academic results are only part of the consideration when choosing a school. Only an environment which is pastorally supportive will be able to nurture a child’s personal growth and encourage each pupil to live up to their unique potential, and that’s why Lincoln Minster School takes a more holistic approach to education. Lincoln Minster School has over 150 co-curricular clubs to ensure every child can feel inspired according to their own interests, and it has fostered Performance Programmes with links to prominent sporting bodies such as Woodhall Spa’s EGU golf courses and staff such as squash coach Fran Wallis who has led the school’s team to achieve number one ranking in the Schools National Championships. Headteacher Maria Young joined the school in September 2020 and says: “A happy, supported and confident child will always make better progress than one who is anxious, so we ensure a positive environment in which each individual can thrive and ensure their voice is heard.” n
Headteacher Maria Young.
THE DETAILS Lincoln Minster School
Preparatory School: Ranked in the UK Top 40 compiled by The Sunday Times, 2022. Senior School: Ranked in the UK’s top 15% secondary schools. Sixth Form: An exciting, vibrant and dynamic learning community. For a prospectus or a personal tour call 01522 551300 or visit the school online at www.lincolnminsterschool.co.uk. The school is located on Upper Lindum Street, Lincoln LN2 5RW.
