Doncaster Council

School Meals are great because:

1. Children can sit down together and enjoy their meal, whilst at the same time developing those social skills of eating together that are so important in later life.
   
2. Children develop the confidence to make choices at meal times.
   
3. A well-fed and happy child is more likely to be receptive to participating in the afternoon’s activities.
   
4. Children join in our theme day promotions.
   
5. A balanced diet in childhood can help prevent numerous health problems both in the short term and in later life, as some adult diseases start early in life.
   
6. They have the benefits of someone else preparing and cooking lunch for your child which saves you worrying about a packed meal every day.
   
7. Our staff are well trained and committed to providing healthy and nutritious meals served in a safe supervised environment.
   
8. We offer a balanced diet throughout a 3 week menu cycle.  
      
9. We source as much of our food from local suppliers as we can.  This gives us great control over quality, whilst supporting local jobs and cutting down on food miles.