Lunch and Snacks
Saint Panteleimon Nursery School has a packed lunch policy.
Whilst we monitor the contents of lunch and snack boxes carefully, it is up to the child's parents to decide what to include.
We do, however, have certain requirements that must be followed.
No Nuts
Why?
No Grapes
Why?
No Cherries
Why?
No fruits with seeds
Why?
Allergies - even being near nuts can cause reactions in some people
Choke risk - at home, it is advised only to feed them to toddlers by cutting the grapes into quarters and removing the skin
Choke risk due to seeds
Choke risk due to seeds
No Crisps
Why?
Unhealthy 'junk' food that doesn't adequately
support a child's healthy development
No Chocolate
Why?
Unhealthy 'junk' food that doesn't adequately
support a child's healthy development
For birthday parties and other special events, please discuss any food and/or cakes you wish to bring in. As a general rule, cakes are always eggless to ensure all children can eat them.
Please feel free to discuss this further at any time with the Manager or Deputy