BD Group in the Community
BD Group is an independent commercial company that is wholly owned by the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, which combines the best experience from the private sector with the ethos and care of the public sector service and all our profits are invested back into the people and communities in which we serve, fully supporting the wellbeing of the Borough of Barking & Dagenham.
We strive to improve the environment in which we live and work whilst caring about the communities where we operate. We deliver meaningful social value and improve people’s lives in the communities. We develop social value plans, in partnership with our clients, to deliver long-term, sustainable outcomes. We proactively look to offer employment and training opportunities to local people and support initiatives to provide employment opportunities to young and disadvantaged people.
We aim to improve the overall health of the Borough by investing in the development of our team, teaching life skills, such as cooking, through after school classes and delivering workshops to promote good health across the community.
School Meal Theme Day Calendar goes live
We’re excited to announce we’ve published our 24/25 School Meal Theme Day Calendar, designed to bring excitement and fun to school meal programs across the borough. With a unique theme for every month, the calendar promises to revolutionise the school dining experience.
Each month features a unique theme carefully created to engage students and create a delightful atmosphere during mealtimes. From science to superhero showdowns, the calendar offers a diverse range of themes that cater to all tastes and preferences.
Donna Thacker, Acting Director of Operations said: "Our goal is to make school meals more enjoyable and memorable for students. With our Theme Day Calendar, every meal becomes an opportunity for excitement and creativity. It also supports our broader mission of promoting healthy eating habits among students. By making mealtimes enjoyable and interactive, we aim to foster a positive relationship with food and nutrition.
"We believe that when students look forward to their meals, they are more likely to make healthier choices. Our calendar is designed to transform school cafeterias into hubs of fun and exploration."
School meals have never been so much fun!