Client stories

What schools and trusts say about working with us.

We're proud to work with schools and trusts across England. Our long-term partnerships reflect the trust we've built, and new clients consistently tell us how delighted they are with the service and support we provide.

Case study · Surrey

When a council caterer closed, 50+ schools needed a new provider, fast.

The challenge

In September 2025, Surrey's local-authority catering provider told schools it was going into consultation to review the viability of its service. That led to them announcing their closure from the start of the 2026/27 academic year.

What we did

We acted quickly, working with over 50 Surrey schools to run thorough, compliant tender processes. Each school stayed in control of its own fate.

The outcome

Every school appointed a provider that was the right fit for its individual needs, and none of our clients were left without a provider at the start of the new academic year.

50+

Surrey schools supported

clients left without a provider for 2026/27

100%

compliant tender processes

"The support we received ensured the process ran smoothly and resulted in a successful outcome."

School Business Manager, St James C of E Primary School, Surrey

In their words

Long-term partnerships, built on trust.

"I have worked with RM&C Consultants for 25 years in three very different schools and their catering advice and support has been invaluable in each unique setting. From guiding us through the complex tendering process to termly site visits and audits, they are always available and responsive to answer questions and challenge providers to deliver the best service for the school.

They are friendly and approachable but extremely professional and it is evident that they are clearly respected in the trade. They are able to analyse data, ask searching questions whilst creating a team approach to resolving issues and have been instrumental in helping us deliver an outstanding catering service for our pupils and staff.

I would recommend RM&C Consultants without reservation."

Business DirectorBuxton School, London

"RM&C's specialist tender service for schools cleaning and catering is truly excellent. Their expertise made the complex procurement process seamless and delivered an outstanding outcome for our Trust and the schools we work with through SLAs. We highly recommend their service for navigating critical contract tenders with efficiency and professionalism."

Chief Financial OfficerSt Lawrence Academies Trust

"We were delighted with the service from start to finish. The tendering process was explained with clarity throughout, and the guidance in preparing documents at each stage proved invaluable. The support we received ensured the process ran smoothly and resulted in a successful outcome."

School Business ManagerSt James C of E Primary School, Surrey

"We have found working with RM&C Consultants to be invaluable. The team are very knowledgeable and thorough in the work they do for the Trust, often going above and beyond expectations. They are a key partner in ensuring that we are delivering for our students and that we can ensure supplier compliance and value. We would thoroughly recommend them."

Director of OperationsScholars' Education Trust

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