Nursery Meals
🍏 Healthy Eating at Nursery – Learning, Tasting, Enjoying!
At our nursery, mealtimes are about more than just eating—they’re a chance for children to learn, explore, and have fun!
Children develop positive relationships with food by:
- Tasting new flavours
- Making balanced choices
- Learning from their peers and adults
Watching others enjoy healthy food helps children build lifelong habits in a supportive environment.
🥗 Following the Latest Standards
We have always met the EYFS requirements for healthy, balanced meals and snacks. With the latest Ofsted updates, we are reviewing and enhancing our approach to ensure we provide the highest standard of nutrition and support for all children.
What we are doing:
- Structured snack menu – consistent, healthy options throughout the week
- Exciting new menu ideas – making snacks and tea time enjoyable and nutritious
- Lunches from Chalkhill School – balanced, high-quality meals every day
- Following dietary requirements – allergies, intolerances, cultural or medical needs
🥪 Packed Lunch Option
Parents are welcome to provide a packed lunch for their child. ✅
Please speak to management beforehand to make sure it meets our nutritional and safety standards.
☕ Snack & Tea Time
- Snack and tea are not a replacement for meals at home.
- Tea is mainly a light pick-me-up for children staying later—it is not intended to replace their evening meal.
💛 Inclusive for All Children
We are mindful of SEND and other individual needs. Mealtimes are tailored to support children who may:
- Have dietary requirements
- Have sensory sensitivities
- Need extra help with feeding
This ensures every child can participate safely and enjoyably.
🎉 Learning Through Mealtimes
Nursery mealtimes are a fun learning experience! Children:
- Try new foods
- Practise independence
- Learn from peers and adults
- Build healthy habits
Mealtimes are where fun, learning, and healthy eating come together!
We’re excited to continue improving our healthy eating provision, helping your children enjoy nutritious meals and snacks while developing lifelong healthy habits!
