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Holland Haven Primary School produce all our own school meals from within our own kitchens. We are committed to providing the highest standards of food quality and service, and in achieving this, parents can be assured that:
- All menus comply with, and typically exceed, the Government's National Nutritional Standards for school lunches.
- Our food purchasing contracts control the sourcing of safe ingredients and ensure the necessary delivery and storage methods to maintain the highest levels of food safety.
- We regard your child as a valued customer and serve all children in a friendly and supportive manner, helping them to expand their eating experience with care.
- We do not knowingly use foods containing genetically modified ingredients and avoid using artificial additives and colourings wherever possible.
School menus run on a two week cycle - please click on the link. A colour coded calendar showing the menu cycle linked to date is also shown.
Winter Menu 2024 - click here
Lunchboxes
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Lunchbox Ideas and Money-Saving Tips for Families
Preparing packed lunches that are varied, healthy, and affordable doesn’t have to be difficult. These ideas will help keep things exciting throughout the week while saving time and money.
Pasta Salads
A large bag of pasta (47p) can last the whole week, and changing up the ingredients keeps things interesting. Try combinations like pesto and sweetcorn, tuna mayo with vegetables, or cream cheese and ham. Preparing a batch at the start of the week makes mornings easier.
Batch Baking for Treats
Sweet snacks can quickly get expensive. Save money by baking a batch of healthy treats, such as flapjacks or raisin cookies, and freezing them. In the morning, grab what you need, and they’ll be ready to eat by lunchtime.
Sandwiches, Bagels, and Wraps
Having a variety of lunch options prevents boredom without creating waste. Stock up on bagels, bread, wraps, and pitta at the start of the week. Keep them in the freezer and take out what you need for fresh lunches throughout the week.
Pizza Pinwheels
Pizza pinwheels are a great alternative to sandwiches. Roll pizza dough with your choice of toppings, bake, and freeze them. They can be cooked straight from the freezer on the morning.
Snack Ideas
• Yoghurt: Large tubs of Greek yoghurt can be flavoured with honey and berries or frozen in small portions for a fun, cooling treat.
• Egg Muffins: Easy to make and highly versatile, with flavour combinations like ham and cheese, spinach and tomato, or blueberry and raspberry. A batch of 10 muffins costs just £1.50.
• Dips: Hummus, tzatziki, yoghurt, or peanut butter make great lunchbox extras.
• Crudités: Carrots, cucumber, apple slices, breadsticks, and crackers are healthy and easy-to-pack options.
• Dried Fruit: Buying raisins and other dried fruits in bulk reduces costs. These snacks are long lasting and can be divided into portions costing just 12p each.
Tips for Saving Money
• Switch to Own-Brand Products: Supermarket own brand items are often just as good as big name brands but cost much less.
• Buy in Bulk: Items like raisins, crisps, and biscuits are cheaper when bought in large quantities. Divide them into smaller portions to use throughout the week.
• Invest in Durable Water Bottles: Stainless steel bottles keep drinks cool in summer and are long-lasting, helping avoid frequent replacements.
These ideas make packed lunches healthier, more varied, and affordable, ensuring students enjoy every meal without adding unnecessary stress for families.
Preparing packed lunches that are varied, healthy, and affordable doesn’t have to be difficult. These ideas will help keep things exciting throughout the week while saving time and money.
Pasta Salads
A large bag of pasta (47p) can last the whole week, and changing up the ingredients keeps things interesting. Try combinations like pesto and sweetcorn, tuna mayo with vegetables, or cream cheese and ham. Preparing a batch at the start of the week makes mornings easier.
Batch Baking for Treats
Sweet snacks can quickly get expensive. Save money by baking a batch of healthy treats, such as flapjacks or raisin cookies, and freezing them. In the morning, grab what you need, and they’ll be ready to eat by lunchtime.
Sandwiches, Bagels, and Wraps
Having a variety of lunch options prevents boredom without creating waste. Stock up on bagels, bread, wraps, and pitta at the start of the week. Keep them in the freezer and take out what you need for fresh lunches throughout the week.
Pizza Pinwheels
Pizza pinwheels are a great alternative to sandwiches. Roll pizza dough with your choice of toppings, bake, and freeze them. They can be cooked straight from the freezer on the morning.
Snack Ideas
• Yoghurt: Large tubs of Greek yoghurt can be flavoured with honey and berries or frozen in small portions for a fun, cooling treat.
• Egg Muffins: Easy to make and highly versatile, with flavour combinations like ham and cheese, spinach and tomato, or blueberry and raspberry. A batch of 10 muffins costs just £1.50.
• Dips: Hummus, tzatziki, yoghurt, or peanut butter make great lunchbox extras.
• Crudités: Carrots, cucumber, apple slices, breadsticks, and crackers are healthy and easy-to-pack options.
• Dried Fruit: Buying raisins and other dried fruits in bulk reduces costs. These snacks are long lasting and can be divided into portions costing just 12p each.
Tips for Saving Money
• Switch to Own-Brand Products: Supermarket own brand items are often just as good as big name brands but cost much less.
• Buy in Bulk: Items like raisins, crisps, and biscuits are cheaper when bought in large quantities. Divide them into smaller portions to use throughout the week.
• Invest in Durable Water Bottles: Stainless steel bottles keep drinks cool in summer and are long-lasting, helping avoid frequent replacements.
These ideas make packed lunches healthier, more varied, and affordable, ensuring students enjoy every meal without adding unnecessary stress for families.