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Leith's Cookery

The Leith’s Basic Certificate in Food and Wine is available as an option to girls in the Sixth Form. It offers a qualification which is recognised nationally and internationally.

The emphasis is intrinsically on practical work, designed to teach the basic skills necessary to become a confident, capable and efficient cook. Girls learn many skills including jointing and boning poultry, fish preparation, stocks and sauces, pastries, cakes and breads. In addition there is a two-hour “Wine with Food” talk and tasting session. There has been 100% pass rate so far with a number of girls achieving a distinction.

Girls have used their Leith qualification to gain employment during university holidays and GAP years and have thoroughly enjoyed these wider experiences.