Please could we ask parents to read the government recommendations below on packed lunches:
So that we are eating a healthy, balanced lunch, a packed lunch should include:
- at least one portion of fruit and one portion of vegetables every day.
- meat, fish or other source of non-dairy protein (e.g. lentils, kidney beans, chickpeas,
hummus, and falafel) every day.
- a starchy food such as any type of bread, pasta, rice, couscous, noodles, potatoes or other
type of cereals every day.
- dairy food such as milk, cheese, yoghurt, fromage frais or custard everyday
- only water, milk, yoghurt or milk drinks and smoothies.
A balanced diet is always recommended and the following should only be included in moderation:
- snacks such as crisps. Savoury crackers or breadsticks served with fruit,
vegetables or dairy food are also a good choice.
- confectionery such as chocolate bars, chocolate-coated biscuits and sweets. Cakes
and biscuits are allowed but encourage your child to eat these only as part of a
balanced meal.
- Meat products such as sausage rolls, individual pies, corned meat and sausages /
chipolatas should be included only occasionally.
Please could we also remind parents that if your child is in Little Owls, grapes should be cut in half for safety reasons.