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Healthy Eating at ABCDaycare

At ABCDaycare, we believe that a child’s diet is a key part of their growth and development. Good nutrition helps children to:

• 🧡 Get the right amount of energy and nutrients to support healthy growth, development, and overall well-being

• ⚖️ Maintain a healthy weight and avoid consuming too many calories, which can lead to overweight or obesity

• 🥗 Develop a taste for a wide range of foods and establish healthy eating habits that last into later childhood and beyond

 

Mealtimes as Learning Opportunities

Mealtimes are also a valuable learning experience. We encourage children to sit together, serve themselves (age-appropriately), and practise social graces and table manners. Children eat alongside staff in a family-style environment, where they are encouraged to try new foods and enjoy the social aspects of sharing a meal.

We also involve children in preparing some meals and snacks, helping them learn about:

• Ingredients and food categories

• Life cycles of plants and animals

• Healthy eating principles

• Different food cultures

 

Catering for All Needs

We are happy to discuss any special diets or allergies with parents and ensure all children are catered for safely and appropriately.

 

Our Menu

Our menu is designed to provide approximately 90% of the daily energy and nutrient requirements for children aged 1–5 years, distributed across meals and snacks as follows:

• Breakfast: 20%

• Morning snack: 10%

• Lunch: 30%

• Afternoon snack: 10%

• Tea: 20%

This leaves 10% for an additional drink or snack at home.

For younger children, we offer a weaning menu from 6 months, gradually introducing them to the full menu.

During snack time, children enjoy a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, along with fresh water and milk.

📩 Ask us for a copy of our seasonal menu by email.