Supporting healthy relationships with food
Thoughtful Food Programme
Our food is not only delicious but our menus have been carefully designed with the health and well-being of your children at the heart.
Why are we shouting about our menus? Here's why:
Limited Added Sugar
Promoting Sustainability
Limited Added Sugar
Our menus are created with this in mind, so you can be sure that your child is not consuming excessive amounts of sugar, which can be harmful to their health.
Seasonal Produce
Promoting Sustainability
Limited Added Sugar
We use seasonal produce in our meals where we can.
As a minimum, we encourage our nurseries to purchase at least one seasonal item each week to be added to our meals, provided alongside or as a snack for our children to taste and try.
Promoting Sustainability
Promoting Sustainability
Promoting Sustainability
Our menus are designed to promote sustainability by using eco-friendly ingredients, reducing food waste whenever possible and reflecting on our carbon footprint from where our shopping is delivered from.
We have introduced food waste buckets and compost bins in our settings, as well as working towards achieving awards in sustainable practices.
Energy to learn & grow
Energy to learn & grow
Promoting Sustainability
Our menus are created to give your child the energy they need to stay active, engaged, and ready to learn.
Our Nursery chefs and Educators are trained in nutrition to ensure they have the essential knowledge.
Meat Free Days
Energy to learn & grow
Dietary Requirements
Meat-free days introduce
children to a diverse range of food which are rich in essential nutrients, this variety contributes to their overall health by providing vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Research suggests a diet that includes meat-free days can also help to reduce the risk of certain health conditions.
Dietary Requirements
Energy to learn & grow
Dietary Requirements
We take the dietary needs of our children seriously.
We accommodate a diverse range of dietary requirements, including allergies, intolerances, religious considerations, and individual preferences.
Children help themselves!
At our nursery, we prioritise fostering independence in our little ones, and one way we do this is by encouraging self-serving during mealtime. Here's why:
- Autonomy and Decision-Making: Allows children to make choices and build decision-making skills.
- Fine Motor Skills Development: Engages fine motor skills and enhances coordination.
- Social Skills and Communication: Promotes social interactions, sharing, and effective communication.
- Culinary Exploration and Food Appreciation: Encourages trying different foods, fostering a positive relationship with nutrition.
- Responsibility and Pride: Instils a sense of responsibility and accomplishment.
- Preparation for School and Beyond: Transfers acquired skills to various settings for future success.
- Positive Attitude Towards Nutrition: Actively engaging with meals contributes to a healthier mindset about food.
