We offer a daily hot school meal provided by Miquill, prepared off-site in line with National School Food Standards.
Meals cost £2.85 per day (£14.25 per week)
Children receive a main meal and a choice of dessert, fruit or yoghurt
Menus run on a three-week cycle
Meals must be ordered in advance via ParentPay by midnight on Thursday for the following week.
All children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are entitled to a free daily meal through the Universal Infant Free School Meals (UIFSM) scheme.
Families may also be eligible for Free School Meals, which provide additional support and funding for your child.
Application forms are available from the school office or via MyHerefordshire.
Children may bring a packed lunch from home. We encourage lunches that are:
healthy and balanced
clearly labelled
To support the safety and wellbeing of all pupils:
nuts and nut products are not permitted
sweets and sugary snacks should be kept to a minimum
children should bring water only (no fizzy drinks or juices)
We actively promote healthy lifestyles across the school.
All children in Reception and Key Stage 1 receive a free piece of fruit daily through the Fruit for Schools scheme
Children should bring a clearly labelled water bottle to school each day – water only (no fizzy drinks or juices)
Water bottles are available from the school office
A healthy school meal supports much more than physical health:
Supporting Learning
Children are more likely to concentrate and stay focused when they have eaten a nutritious meal.
Encouraging Healthy Habits
School meals help children develop a balanced diet and understand the importance of nutrition.
Trying New Foods
Eating alongside peers encourages children to try new foods and broaden their tastes.
Social Development
Mealtimes provide valuable opportunities to develop:
table manners
conversation skills
confidence in social situations
Supporting Long-Term Health
Balanced meals contribute to healthy growth and help establish positive habits for life.
Our school operates a cashless system, and all meal payments must be made through ParentPay.
If you would like more information about school meals, eligibility or support, please contact the school office - we are always happy to help.