School Lunches
We are pleased to work with Stir Food, who provide freshly prepared, nutritious and enjoyable school meals each day. Children can choose from a variety of delicious options, including a hot main meal, vegetarian choices, and a selection of healthy sides and desserts. Stir Food focuses on using quality ingredients and creating balanced menus that encourage children to enjoy trying new foods while receiving the nutrition they need for a busy school day. With a range of choices available daily, there is something to suit every taste.
For more information about Stir Food and their menus, please visit their website: https://www.stirfood.co.uk/primary-schools/.
Special Dietary Requirements
Does your child have a food allergy? Need a special diet? It is not a problem, as we cater for all dietary requirements. A dietary requirement form is available for parents in the Hub on Weduc or from the school office.
Costs, Payment & Free School Meals
School lunches represent excellent value at £2.90 per day.. Families can alternate from school dinners to packed lunch as and when they prefer, and can alternate through the week depending on their child’s preferences. Payment may be made weekly, monthly or half termly but we advise to book meals at least two weeks in advance. Meal selections and payments are made through the Parent Portal on Weduc.
If you believe your child is eligible for free school meals (FSM) and you have not already completed an application we would strongly encourage you to apply. Not only could this give your child access to free school meals, but the Pupil Premium funding that it attracts could also allow the school to support your child in other ways (e.g. clubs, school trips, residentials, etc.)
If your child is in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 they will already be entitled to a universal free meal (UIFSM). However, this does not allow for the additional support provided by the FSM/Pupil Premium Grant. Therefore, if you believe your child may be eligible for free school meals, you should still apply.
Packed Lunches
At Esher Church School, we encourage all children to bring a healthy, balanced packed lunch that supports their wellbeing and learning throughout the school day. We know that children learn best when they have a full tummy, and a nutritious lunch helps to maintain energy levels, improve attention and concentration, and support positive engagement in afternoon lessons.
As a school, we are committed to keeping all children safe and are a nut-free school. Due to the serious allergies experienced by some members of our community, packed lunches must not contain nuts or products containing nuts, including items such as peanut butter, Nutella and fruit-and-nut cereal bars.
To further protect children with allergies and dietary requirements, sharing or swapping food is strictly prohibited.
