Nutrition
Shared meals are an important part of each day at Glenmore Park Early Learning Centre.
Our aim is to nourish growing bodies and support children to build healthy, positive relationships with food in a warm, relaxed setting.
Nourishing growing bodies
We provide five nutritious meals and snacks each day, prepared onsite by our centre chef. Children enjoy breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack, so they have the energy they need to play, learn and rest.Â
Balanced, varied menus
Our rotating menus are designed to offer a balance of food groups and a variety of flavours and textures across the week. Children are offered familiar favourites alongside new tastes, with plenty of fruit, vegetables, wholegrains and iron-rich foods.Â
Healthy habits
Mealtimes are calm, unhurried and social. Educators sit with children, model positive eating habits and encourage children to listen to their bodies, try new foods at their own pace and practise self-help skills such as serving, pouring and tidying up.Â
Working with families
We work closely with families to understand each child’s dietary, allergy and cultural needs. Where required, individual meal plans are developed in consultation with families and medical advice they provide. We follow safe food-handling practices and clear labelling procedures.Â
Sample Menu
Nourishing Growing Minds
Mealtimes are an important part of each child’s day. Nutritious food helps children stay energised, focused and ready to enjoy every opportunity to learn, play and discover.
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Our in-house chef prepares five fresh meals each day, with menus designed around wholesome ingredients, balanced nutrition and flavours children can enjoy.
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From morning through to afternoon, our meals are thoughtfully prepared to support healthy growth and give our little lions the energy they need for a full day of fun, learning and adventure.