School catering trends for 2025: the future of school operations

School caterers with student in school dining hall

Innovative new technology is transforming education faster than ever before. As a new year begins, we’ll help you navigate the changing landscape of school catering and keep you informed about the latest school catering trends to prepare for success. The top school catering trends to watch in 2025 The growth of grab-and-go meals Grab-and-go meal […]

Why Parents Want More Flexibility Over School Payments

In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for convenience is higher than ever, which extends to how parents manage school-related expenses. Traditional methods of handling school payments through cash or checks are becoming obsolete as digital solutions emerge.   Parents now expect the same ease and flexibility in managing school payments as they do with their personal […]

Cashless Primary School: A Day in the Life

In an increasingly digital world, primary schools across the UK are embracing cashless systems to streamline their operations and enhance the overall payment experience for both students and parents. From online meal payments to seamless meal pre-orders, the transition to cashless payments in schools is fast approaching.   From parents topping up pupils’ online accounts in the morning to pre-ordering school meals, we’re taking you through a typical day […]

Cash Vs Cashless: which is best for primary schools?

In today’s fast-paced digital age, technology continues to shape various aspects of our lives, including how we manage finances. Primary schools in the UK are no exception to this trend, as an increasing number are switching from traditional cash payments to cashless systems such as iPayimpact.   This transition is not just a fad; it has many benefits for schools, parents, and students. This article will explore […]

Introducing pre-ordering to primary schools

Primary schools across the country constantly seek ways to streamline their operations and provide the best possible experience for parents, pupils, and staff. One innovative method that primary schools utilise is meal pre-ordering. In this blog, we’ll investigate why many schools are adopting pre-ordering systems and the benefits they bring to all stakeholders and understand how […]

Transforming online payments, pre-ordering and wrap around care for primary schools

In today’s digital age, the convenience of online payment systems has become increasingly valuable, especially in educational establishments. Primary schools face the challenge of managing various financial transactions, including school meal payments, events, trips, and wrap-around care services. Addressing these concerns, iPayimpact offers the ultimate solution for primary schools, an easy-to-use online payment system with a range […]

The Power of Integrated Cashless Catering: Revolutionising the School Dining Experience

As schools strive to provide students with the best possible dining experience, integrated cashless catering is rapidly gaining popularity. From pre-ordering school meals and online payments to identity management and cashless transactions, integrated solutions like Fusion Cashless Catering consolidates all school solutions into a user-friendly platform, providing unparalleled flexibility and convenience.   With technology and innovation on the rise, integrated cashless catering […]

The rise of digital payments in schools

The age of cash payments in schools has started to become obsolete in the last few years, with 73% of consumers turning to card payments. The significant rise in the use of digital payment systems in schools across the UK has transformed transactions in many areas. From paying for school lunches and uniforms to purchasing tickets […]

Meal pre-ordering continues to rise in UK schools

We’re looking at significant findings on the increasing number of schools implementing pre-ordering software for school meals and what this means for education catering. Technology and how pupils order school meals have significantly evolved in the last decade. The past ten years saw a rapid increase in new technologies added to the dining hall to […]