Healthy Eating and Nutrition

tasty and nutritious food in our day nursery

Caring for Every Little Tummy

At our nursery, mealtimes are filled with care, kindness, and attention to every child’s individual needs. We are proud of our excellent local council food and hygiene rating and our wonderful Little Kitchen, where all meals are freshly prepared onsite every day. Our amazing Kitchen Manager is fully qualified in food hygiene and nutrition, specialising in Early Years, ensuring every meal is safe, nutritious, and made with love.

We work closely with parents and carers to understand allergies, dietary requirements, and food preferences from the very start, making sure each child feels safe and supported. All dietary and allergy information is regularly updated and shared with staff so meals are always prepared with great care. Each child has their own placemat with dietary information, and we gently teach children not to share or swap food so everyone stays safe. Our aim is simple — every child feels comfortable, included, and happy at every mealtime.

Fresh, Tasty and Nutritious Food

We love making healthy food fun, fresh, and exciting for growing children.

All meals are freshly cooked onsite in our Little Kitchen
No added sugars in our meals
Free-range, organic, and locally sourced produce whenever possible
Fresh fruit and vegetables available daily
Balanced meals with carbohydrates, proteins, and essential nutrients
Milk is provided daily and fresh water is always available
Weekly menus change regularly to keep little taste buds exploring
Menu may adapt depending on fresh ingredient availability, with the closest alternative provided
Meals sometimes link to stories, themes, and seasonal celebrations

We want children to enjoy food, explore new flavours, and build healthy eating habits that will stay with them for life.

Learning and Growing at Mealtimes

Mealtimes at our nursery are warm, social, and joyful moments where children come together to eat, talk, and share their day. Sitting together as a nursery family helps children feel relaxed and confident, while also encouraging positive eating habits and friendships. Children are gently supported to make choices, serve themselves when ready, and use child-friendly utensils, helping them grow in independence and confidence.

Our dietary and nutritional initiatives are designed to equip your child with the vitality required for a day filled with play, learning, and growth.

Helping Little Tummies Stay Healthy

At our nursery, we encourage healthy eating and safe food choices for all children. We kindly ask parents not to bring sugary snacks, chocolates, or foods containing nuts into the nursery. This helps us reduce sugar intake and maintain a nut-free environment to protect children with allergies.

A Five Star Food Hygiene Rating for Our Nursery

At Little Crickets, we are proud to maintain a five-star rated kitchen and place a strong emphasis on healthy, balanced nutrition