Healthy Balanced Mainly Organic Meals
At Buttons meal times are happy, relaxed social occasions. Children sit in small groups at tables and are encouraged to serve, talk to each other and also clear up at the end of the meal. At lunch times the Pre-school children lay the tables with table cloths and flowers to enhance the occasion.Nutrition
Meals provided at each nursery school are nutritious and well balanced, and are freshly prepared on the premises by our qualified cooks who have an understanding of nutrition, hygiene and menu planning. Mainly organic food (fruit, vegetables, meats and dairy) is used in preparing children's meals ensuring better nutrition and taste. Our nutritional policy takes into account best practice minimising the use of salt, sugar and other additives. Drinking water is available throughout the day. We cater for vegetarian and other special dietary needs.
Menus
Our rotating menus consist of 3 meals a day: breakfast, lunch and tea. and also mid morning snack times when fresh fruit, vegetables and water/milk are served. The weekly menu plan is displayed on the notice boards and each week sees a different menu to ensure interest and variety. The menus reflect a diversity of cultures, enhancing children's experiences of the wider world.
We welcome suggestions from parents, either regarding their own child's needs or general ideas for new dishes.