Healthy & Nutritious Meals

Healthy & Nutritious Meals

At Bayswater Childcare and Kinder, we believe that healthy eating is the foundation of a child’s growth and development. Our nutritious, chef-prepared meals ensure that children receive the essential nutrients they need to learn, play, and thrive.

Mealtimes at our centre are not just about nourishment—they are social experiences where children come together to enjoy delicious food, share stories, and learn about healthy eating habits. We serve meals progressively throughout the day, allowing children to eat when they are hungry and in a way that suits their individual needs.

Our daily menu includes:

  • Breakfast for early risers
  • Morning tea
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon tea
  • Snacks and water throughout the day
Bayswater Childcare and Kinder - Kindergarten, Long Daycare Early Learning Center
Bayswater Childcare and Kinder - Kindergarten, Long Daycare Early Learning Center
Bayswater Childcare and Kinder - Kindergarten, Long Daycare Early Learning Center

All meals are prepared onsite by our qualified chefs, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible—including produce from our very own Playground to Plate garden. Each morning, we bake fresh bread in-house, and we do not use refined sugar in any of our meals.

We take dietary needs seriously and have extensive experience working with children who have allergies, intolerances, and other dietary requirements. For the safety of all children, we do not allow outside food to be brought into the centre. Our team will work closely with families to ensure every child’s dietary needs are met with care and respect.

Bayswater Childcare and Kinder - Kindergarten, Long Daycare Early Learning Center
Bayswater Childcare and Kinder - Kindergarten, Long Daycare Early Learning Center
Bayswater Childcare and Kinder - Kindergarten, Long Daycare Early Learning Center

Our approach to healthy eating is guided by trusted resources, including:

  • The Victorian Food Act 1984

(Link to: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/food-safety/the-food-act-1984)

  • The Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code

(Link to: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/food-safety/australia-new-zealand-food-standards-code )

  • Healthy Eating in The National Quality Standards – Nutrition Australia

(Link to: https://heas.health.vic.gov.au/government-policies-and-guidelines/the-national-quality-standard/)

  • The Healthy Early Childhood Services Achievement Program

(Link to: https://www.achievementprogram.health.vic.gov.au/education/early-childhood-services )

At Bayswater Childcare and Kinder, we are committed to fostering lifelong healthy eating habits and making mealtimes an enjoyable and enriching experience for every child.

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