Alumna Spotlight: Holly Howard, Class of 2015

After leaving Royal high in 2015, Holly Howard went on to attend Bath’s famous Norland College, graduating with BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care & Norland Diploma in 2019. She has since worked as a nanny for families across the world, including LA, France, Italy and Spain. 

After working with some fussy eaters, from newborns to age 12, Holly decided to take a Child Nutrition and Cooking course, accredited by Stanford University. This interest in food and supporting children’s eating journeys has inspired her to start her own business as a paediatric food consultant, enabling her to continue working closely with families. 

Holly now runs her own paediatric food consulting business, Nanny Cooks, supporting parents and taking the stress of mealtimes off their plate, while adding a spoonful of fun! Holly provides a tailored approach through tried and tested tips, tricks recipes and meal plans.  

What aspects of Royal High School Bath did you enjoy and find most rewarding? 

All the practical opportunities provided to us. Whether it was drama, food and nutrition, art or design technology.  It was in the Food Technology classes at the Royal High where my love for food, cooking and nutrition started.  

Any key memories and favourite teachers?  

My key memory at the Royal High was having the opportunity to cook with Mary Berry as part of her life documentary.  

I had many favourite teachers during my time at the Royal High. However, a few stand out ones include: Mr Hayward (English), Mr Heath (Geography), Mrs Ellison (Biology) and Mr Hardcastle (Chemistry).   

What did you aspire to while at school?  

For as long as I can remember I used to switch between wanting to be a Norland Nanny and a chef. 

How did RHSB empower you for your future? 

Royal High empowered me to believe in myself and my abilities. My time at the school taught me to back myself and try my best.  

It also gave me the confidence to follow my dreams and to push myself to achieve my full potential.  

How did your studies at RHSB inspire you to follow your chosen career?   

My time at the Royal High taught me to be resilient, This has helped with launching my own business.  

Through multiples presentations and career fairs at school I was aware of the broad opportunities available to me.  

 My time at the Royal High really supported my application to Norland College, which has since led to making this career change.  

What has been your proudest moment?  

Being accepted to attend Norland College, this is thanks to all the support I was provided at the Royal High.  

What would you say to your 11-year-old self?  

To make the most of every opportunity and have fun, everything else will work out.  

What are your hopes for the future?  

To continue to expand my business, helping to transform mealtimes for families. I would like to inspire children to make positive eating habits.