The Sourdough School

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PERSONALISED BREAD. BAKE WITH THE HANDS OF AN ARTISAN AND THE MIND OF A CLINICIAN

Reduce Bloating · Improve Gut Health · Balance Blood Sugar · Ease IBS · Manage Gluten Sensitivity — Baking As Lifestyle Medicine. Set in the walled gardens of Dr Vanessa Kimbell's beautiful Victorian home in rural Northamptonshire, we run workshops, and our flagship course for practitioners is The Diploma in Personalising Bread. Book in for a chat today.

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3.3 Support for Women

Women

A proactive approach to makes sure everyone feels supported, including women doing the courses and team members.

Mindful of Menopause

We are committed to supporting women during menopause

The things that make The Sourdough School a menopause friendly workplace

Open conversations to help raise awareness and understanding of the menopause and its symptoms and addressing any stigma.

  1. A workplace that empowers anyone to ask for support.
  2. Flexible working available to allow time out
  3. A flexible clothing policy.
  4. Fans and good ventilation in the school and the offices
  5. Clean, well-equipped, and comfortable toilet facilities with washing facilities and deodorant in case anytime needs to freshen up
  6. Cold drinks and water always available (and tea and coffee and wine too!)
  7. Quiet workplace rest areas, and the garden to sit quietly in.
  8. Lunch is made by Vanessa for everyone most days.

Supporting Mothers

The Sourdough School has been created by Vanessa, who began The School when her children were very little. With 3 children and a business to run Vanessa is more than aware of the demands made on mothers, so we are a friendly and comfortable place for mothers. We try with all people connected to The Sourdough School, from suppliers and team members, club members and students to ensure that we are as flexible as possible to allow mums to do all the things that are needed of them whilst still being part of the Sourdough School.

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