Education

Elevate student refreshment experiences for universities, schools and colleges with our range of commercial coffee machines, healthy vending options, refreshing water dispensers, or comprehensive all-in-one micro market setups.

Our commitment is to offer easily manageable and diverse snack and drink solutions for the educational sector across the UK. Leasing and renting options for coffee and vending machines for universities, schools and colleges.

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Encourage healthy eating habits for students and staff with Vending Sense

Our comprehensive range of refreshment solutions, beneficial to an educational institute, is available across the UK. From high-capacity coffee machine setups for self-service during study breaks to strategically placed healthy vending machines, our solutions optimise workflow, drive impulse purchases, and promote wellness and satisfaction through nutritional snacks and wholesome meals.

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Reduce catering costs with a tailored micro market solution

Experience a remarkable 95% reduction in plastic usage while providing round-the-clock refreshments to promote overall well-being levels and improvements to communal breakout areas.

Our fully managed solution ensures alignment with your institute’s goals, provides simple payment options and offers nutritious self-serve food and drinks for students and staff.

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UK-based vending solutions to fuel your students and staff

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Ethically sourced consumables 
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12-months complimentary maintenance 
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Dedicated account manager 
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Access to a team of expert engineers 
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Free installation and on-site training 
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Discover our range of commercial vending machines

Explore our range of high-capacity vending machines, designed to provide energising snacks and refreshments to your students and staff throughout the day. Each machine includes free delivery, installation and on-site training. Find the perfect university vending machine with Vending Sense.

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Why partner with Vending Sense?

Taking pride in our Trustpilot rating, Vending Sense is not just a vending provider, but a partner to your business. Collaborating with us provides access to a supportive team, on-site training during installation, complimentary 12-month maintenance, and flexible packages tailored

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FAQs

Can the refreshment solution be customised to fit the school’s needs or preferences?

Of course, we offer a range of customisation options, including branding opportunities, digital promotions on products, and the ability to personalise hot beverages – adjusting their strength to suit users and encourage healthy caffeine intake. Our vending machines and micro market solutions also provide flexibility in product offerings.

In collaboration with our partners at Nebrak, we provide fully customisable solutions, from worktops to stands and catering interiors. These can be tailored to seamlessly match your specific branding, theme requirements and surroundings.

With expertise in design, manufacturing, and installation, we are well-equipped to optimise your space and deliver a visually cohesive solution tailored to your brand.

What maintenance and support are provided for the refreshment solution?

Our comprehensive maintenance and support package includes round-the-clock phone support and a detailed knowledge base featuring easy-to-follow maintenance and cleaning articles for all our machines. Upon installation, you’ll benefit from free on-site training from our expert engineers. Additionally, our managed service, empowered by telemetry technology, ensures proactive on-site assistance. This means we are equipped to address any issues before they impact your workflow, guaranteeing smooth operations.

Is it better to lease or buy a coffee machine or vending machine for a school?

Leasing a coffee or vending machine offers significant advantages, primarily due to our leasing agreements being 100% tax-deductible. This arrangement treats the lease as a revenue expense, providing potential tax benefits for your school. Moreover, our leasing options offer added flexibility, allowing for an upgrade path after just 12 months. This flexibility ensures that your refreshment setup can be easily adjusted to align perfectly with your evolving business needs.

Are schools allowed vending machines?

In the UK, the placement of vending machines in schools is subject to regulations and guidelines set forth by government bodies such as the Department for Education and the School Food Standards. These regulations often focus on promoting healthier eating habits among students and may restrict the types of products that can be sold in school vending machines. Currently schools in and around London that achieve a Healthy Schools London Award must comply with the Children’s Food Trust food standards for school meals and other than lunch, including vending machines. More on London vending regulations can be read here.

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We found Vending Sense to be really great to deal with , from the guys in the office and the guys who came to view venue and install , nothing was too much trouble , with competitive pricing too!

Nikki Yodd
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Amazing service. I have to say what an amazing company. I called explained my situation to Sam my account manager and Sam talked me through everything.  The very best equipment, on site training servicing all included, and a fantastic deal. Hands down “Vending sense” the best out there! Trust me I looked.

Jason Wilkinson
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Vending Sense have been excellent to deal with from start to finish. Great coffee machines with easy maintenance. Their customer service is first class and I would highly recommend them.

Alex Keane
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