School Meals
We take great pride in offering healthy and nutritious school lunches that cater to the diverse needs of our pupils. Our meals are thoughtfully prepared to ensure they are both delicious and balanced, providing the essential nutrients children need to stay focused and energised throughout the school day. We accommodate a variety of dietary requirements, including daily vegetarian options, and other specific needs, ensuring that every child has access to specific dietary preferences. By promoting healthy eating habits, we aim to support the well-being of our pupils, helping them to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Our fantastic school dinners are cooked freshly every day by our cook Kelly and the Chartwells kitchen staff team.
Reception/KS1 Classes
All children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are entitled to a free school meal at lunchtime. Although children may bring packed lunches, we strongly recommend the hot school meal option as evidence shows that cooked meals are more nutritious for children than packed lunches.
The reasons for this are:
- It ensures that all Key Stage 1 children are offered a healthy meal in the middle of the day
- Having a school meal improves concentration and performance in the classroom
- Having a school meal encourages positive eating habits and develops social skills
- It means less cost to families – a saving of over £400 a year
KS2 Classes
The cost of a school dinner for children in Years 3-6 is £2.65 per day – £13.25 per week.Our lunches are cooked fresh daily on site by Kelly.
All lunches must be booked/chosen and paid for via Arbor by midnight the previous day as the numbers are then sent through to the kitchen to ensure low food wastage. Lunches can be booked days/weeks/months in advance. The booking procedures for lunches also includes Rec/KS1 parents who are entitled to UIFSM or KS2 children entitled to FSM; you will not be charged.
If you have not booked your child's lunch on Arbor, your child will be issued with a ticket to receive a pasta option and a charge will be incurred..
Please see below for the lunch menus, which run on a 3 week cycle.
If you think you may be entitled to Free School Meals please follow this link and check the eligibility criteria. You can also find a link to apply here.
Healthy Packed Lunch
We encourage parents to support their child’s well-being by packing a healthy and nutritious packed lunch. A well-balanced lunch is essential for keeping children energised and focused throughout the school day. We recommend including a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins to ensure your child receives all the nutrients they need. Please remember that we are a nut-free school, so avoid any products containing nuts to ensure the safety of all our pupils. We also suggest choosing low-sugar and low-salt options, along with plenty of water to keep hydrated. For those with specific dietary preferences, such as vegetarianism, we ask that you pack lunches that align with these needs while maintaining a healthy balance. By working together, we can help establish lifelong healthy eating habits that benefit your child's overall health and well-being.
Our school lunch policy can be found in the policies section on the website.
Menu Choices
Here are the choices for Spring/Summer 2025: