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School catering

Information regarding School Catering and the nutritional guidelines

What we will provide:

  • A fully inclusive two course meal for a set price each day, in line with National Nutritional Standards.
  • A choice of menu items to select from.
  • Dishes that are both nutritious and excellent value for money.
  • Dishes that are prepared by qualified catering staff using high quality products.
  • A safe working environment in which to dine.

You can help us by:

  • Speaking to us, the Headteacher or any of the School Governors about any of the problems you have, or any suggestions you have for the improvement of our service.
  • Coming into school on a pre-arranged appointment to see for yourself the service being provided.
  • Letting us know if you have any special dietary needs.

Food Standard for lunches for primary school pupils:

The standards say that lunches for primary school pupils must contain at least one item from each of the following food groups:

Standard No.

Standard

1

Starchy foods such as bread, potatoes, rice and pasta. Starchy foods cooked in oil or fat should not be served more than three times a week

2

Fruit and a vegetable must be available every day. Fruit based desserts must be available twice a week

3

Milk and dairy foods.

4

Meat, fish and alternative sources of protein including cheese. Red meat must be served twice a week. Fish must be served at least once per week.

Plus

Additional recommendations

a

Drinking water should be available to all pupils every day, free of charge

b

Schools should offer some hot food, particularly in the winter

c

Drinking Milk should be available as an option every day

For more information regarding this subject, please contact us using the details at the foot of the page.

Free school meals

Follow the link for information of free school meals.

Contact details

Admin Services Supervisor
Catering and Cleaning Division
City Services Directorate,
Coventry City Council
1st Floor, Broadgate House
Coventry
CV1 1FS
Tel: 024 7683 2803
Mobile: 0795 7396 020
Fax: 024 7683 3520

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