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Recognised for their ‘outstanding contribution’ to making good, healthy food accessible, the school was celebrated for its innovative food hub made from repurposed shipping containers.

This project, driven by the school’s staff and its 180 pupils, has turned underutilised shipping containers into a bustling community food shop. The hub offers a range of healthy food options at reduced prices, vital in an area where public transport is sparse and access to affordable nutritious food is limited.

The produce including tomatoes, leeks, cucumbers, cabbages, and potatoes is sold directly from container to community, eliminating food miles and providing the freshest ingredients to local consumers. The winning school will receive £1,000 of products from Morrisons that can be spent over the year.

Liz Earle MBE, Love British Food ambassador, said: "It resonated with me as being distinctly innovative—using shipping containers to bring fresh, local, and well-priced food into the heart of the community. The involvement of all ages in both education and contribution creates a vibrant model for community health and cohesion."

The food hub not only serves as a critical resource for affordable food but also as a social venue where the community can gather and support the school. Plans are underway to establish this initiative as a registered charity, ensuring its sustainability and potential for growth.