Sweet Success (Eventually!): Boarders Take on Fudge-Making Challenge

On Monday, Liverpool College boarders rolled up their sleeves and tackled a deceptively tricky culinary task in celebration of National Fudge Day: making their very own fudge from scratch.

What started as a fun idea quickly turned into a lesson in patience, teamwork—and just how easily sugar can burn.

Armed with a recipe, a saucepan, and plenty of enthusiasm, our students discovered that fudge-making is far more than simply stirring a few ingredients together. Getting the timing right, reaching the perfect temperature, and knowing when to stop stirring proved to be the true tests of skill. Despite a few sticky setbacks and the odd “fudge fail,” everyone ended up with something sweet to show for their efforts—whether it was smooth and silky or a little more… crunchy.

Beyond the fudge itself, the activity brought the boarding community together in the best way: laughing over mishaps, sharing roles in the kitchen, and encouraging each other to keep going when things didn’t go to plan. It was a perfect reminder of the power of cooking to teach resilience, cooperation, and creativity.

Spending time together like this is a huge part of life in the boarding house. Trying new things—especially things that might not work out perfectly the first time—is part of how our boarders grow in confidence and independence. And of course, there’s nothing quite like the shared triumph of finally tasting a batch of homemade fudge that’s just right.

We may not be ready to open a sweet shop just yet, but we’ve certainly stirred up some good memories (and maybe a new tradition for next year!).