Meals & Nutrition
Fresh food, made from scratch, every day
In-house cooks at every centre prepare seasonal, nutritious meals that support children's health and a positive relationship with food.
Our In-House Cooks
An in-house cook at every centre
Every Kidz Childcare centre has its own cook who prepares freshly made meals daily — breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack — from scratch in our kitchens, using fresh ingredients rather than reheated or pre-packaged food.
Our team is Allergy and Anaphylaxis trained and caters for all allergies and dietary needs. Menus follow the Australian Dietary Guidelines and the Munch & Move approach, and include the cultural foods of our families and community, so children try child-friendly dishes from around the world.
Mealtimes at Kidz Childcare
Children build healthy eating habits and a positive attitude to food through relaxed mealtimes shared with friends and educators.
Relaxed & Social
Mealtimes are calm, supervised and encourage healthy eating practices. Children eat together using real plates and cutlery.
Variety & Texture
Meals include a wide range of textures, tastes and cuisines appropriate to each developmental stage.
Hydration
Children are encouraged to drink water and milk throughout the day with easy access at all times.
Cultural Diversity
We celebrate the cultural foods of our families and community, preparing diverse child-friendly meals from around the world.
From Our Kitchen
Fresh from our centre kitchens
Fresh lunch daily
Fruit & snack time
Fresh veggie platters
Shared mealtimes
Community & cultureWhat's Included
Five meals a day, all included
Breakfast
For early arrivals: cereal and toast
Morning Tea
Fresh baked goods, fruit platters and healthy snacks
Lunch
A hot cooked meal with protein, vegetables and grains
Afternoon Tea
Lighter snacks, sandwiches, wraps and fresh fruit
Late Snack
For children staying until close: light options to keep energy up
See our kitchen in action
See the centre kitchen, check this week's menu, and talk through any allergies or dietary needs with us.