KS1 & KS2 cooking and nutrition curriculum

Food plays an important role in defining who we are via its deep rooted associations with culture, tradition, religion and occasion. Being global citizens, and understanding the needs of different people, enables us to better understand how food plays a role, and how dishes and meals can be planned. This builds on previous learning around global cuisines and meal occasions, linking to the treads of Food culture and Consumer awareness. Progressing these themes further, in Year 6 the food needs of different community groups are examined, noting different food and dietary requirements.

1. Food for the senses
2. Customs and traditions
3. Making Paska

• Pupils know that food and drinks consumed as meals in and outside the home is often different.
• Pupils can plan meals for different situations, occasions and people, e.g. for a party, for friends.
• Pupils know that there are a wide range of dishes and meals cooked and eaten around the world.
• Pupils can identify whether ingredients are from plant and animal sources even if dishes and meals look unfamiliar.
• Pupils can talk about how people use a range of different ingredients, equipment and cooking techniques to prepare food around the world.