School Meals at Manor Abbey School
At Manor Abbey School, lunchtime is much more than a meal. It is an opportunity for our pupils to enjoy delicious food, try new flavours, and come together to share a positive dining experience.
We’re proud to say that our meals receive a huge thumbs-up from both pupils and staff, with our school lunches being one of the highlights of the day for many children.
Nutritious, Delicious and Free for Every Pupil
Every pupil at Manor Abbey School is provided with a freshly prepared hot meal each day. We believe that healthy, nutritious food plays an important role in supporting learning, wellbeing and positive outcomes for our children and young people.
Our menu offers a range of balanced meal options to ensure that every pupil can enjoy a wholesome and enjoyable lunchtime experience, including choices to meet different dietary requirements.
Our Partnership with Food For Thought
We are proud to work in partnership with Food For Thought, a leading school catering provider dedicated to creating healthy, nutritious meals that children genuinely enjoy.
Food For Thought designs menus that are:
- Freshly prepared each day using quality ingredients
- Nutritionally balanced and compliant with School Food Standards
- Tasty, fun and adventurous
- Designed to broaden children’s food experiences
- Suitable for a range of dietary needs
No two termly menus are the same, ensuring pupils can enjoy exciting new dishes and seasonal favourites throughout the year.
Find out more about Food For Thought here: Food For Thought
Prepared Fresh Every Day
All Food For Thought recipes are carefully designed, tested and taste-approved by their experienced team of catering professionals.
Meals are freshly prepared on site each day by our school catering team, ensuring pupils receive high-quality food that is both nutritious and appealing.
One aspect that our pupils particularly appreciate is that there are no strict portion controls, allowing children and young people to choose the amount of food they need to satisfy their appetite.
Supporting Health, Wellbeing and Learning
Good nutrition supports every aspect of a child’s development. Our school meals help to:
- Provide sustained energy for learning throughout the day
- Encourage healthy eating habits
- Support physical health and development
- Promote positive mental wellbeing
- Create opportunities for pupils to explore new foods and tastes
We are incredibly proud of the positive feedback we receive from pupils and staff and remain committed to providing a dining experience that is enjoyable, inclusive and nourishing for everyone.
A Lunchtime Experience Our Pupils Love
From traditional favourites to exciting new dishes, our school meals are designed to be something pupils look forward to every day. By working closely with Food For Thought, we ensure that every child has access to high-quality, freshly prepared food that supports their wellbeing and helps them thrive both inside and outside the classroom.