Nutrition

We see mealtimes as an opportunity for the children to socialize, learn about food and develop healthy eating habits, that will last a lifetime.

In 2023 we made the decision to outsource our main meal preparation ( hot dinner) to Little Dinners and we couldn’t be happier. Little Dinners has been in operation since 2000 and has the same ethos as we did when we cooked in house. Please see their Nutritional policy below.

Kavita (our manager) is an excellent cook and bakes each week scones, brown bread  etc, ensuring her baking always includes an alternative version for those with allergies/special diets that require it.

• Drinks offered are Milk and water.
• The children are encouraged to try all food offered and food is not used as a punishment or reward.
• Allergies and special diets  are catered for and all allergens contained in foods prepared, are listed on the weekly menu. Children's food allergies and intolerances are also listed in our kitchen and each child's care room.
• Children who attend our ECCE mornings, while welcome to bring their own lunch we encourage healthy snacks in-line with our healthy eating policy. We encourage parents to send milk or water to drink.
• Products containing nuts or nut products are not allowed due to allergies.
• Sweets, chocolate and crisps are not allowed as they are not in line with our Healthy Eating policy.

The children celebrate birthdays by baking their own cakes with their peers. We also introduce children to the opportunity to bake and cook as part of encouraging positive attitudes to health and nutrition.