School Catering and the Nutritional Guidelines
We will:
- Provide a fully inclusive two course meal for a set price each day or a packed lunch where a hot meal is not available, both in line with National Nutritional Standards.
- Provide dishes which are both nutritious and value for money.
- Provide dishes which are prepared by contracted catering staff using quality products.
- The school will provide a safe environment in which to dine.
You can help us by:
- Speaking to us, the Headteacher or any of the School Governors about any of the problems you have, or any suggestions you have for the improvement of our service.
- Going into school on a pre-arranged appointment to see for yourself the service being provided.
- Letting the school know if you have any special dietary needs.
- Details of Free School Meals are available from the school.
The standards say that lunches for primary school pupils must contain at least one item from each of the following food groups.
| Standard No |
Standard |
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1 |
Starchy foods such as bread, potatoes, rice and pasta. Starchy foods cooked in oil or fat should not be served more than three times a week |
|
2 |
Fruit and a vegetable must be available every day. Fruit based desserts must be available twice a week |
|
3 |
Milk and dairy foods. |
|
4 |
Meat, fish and alternative sources of protein including cheese. Red meat must be served twice a week. Fish must be served at least once per week. |
| Plus |
Additional Recommendations |
|
a |
Drinking water should be available to all pupils every day, free of charge |
For further information please, contact us using the details on the right.