School Meals

We encourage all children to have a hot school meal, which are cooked on site in our kitchens.

Meals are planned around a three-week menu cycle, meeting all government dietary requirements for schools. The menus are available below. If your child has any dietary requirements, please complete the form attached at the bottom of this page.

School meals are free for all children in Key Stage 1 (Reception, Year 1 and Year 2) and Key Stage 2 (Year 3-6)

If you receive Universal Credit, income support, Working Tax Credit or some other benefits, you may be eligible for additional support such food vouchers and free breakfast club.

To ensure that your child is receiving government funding, please go to the Brent Council website and apply:
apply for free school meals

Food allergies

If your child has a food allergy, please fill out the form below or request a form from school. We will share it with our catering partner AiP Group of Companies, so they can make sure your child gets alternative meals that are safe for them.

Packed lunches

Children who do not wish to have a cooked school meal can bring a packed lunch instead. Parents are asked to ensure that they are providing their child with a nutritionally balanced lunch that does not include sweets, chocolate.

Catering Contractor

Hello! From Your School’s Caterer 👋

We believe great food fuels great learning. Our primary school meals are fresh, tasty, and nutritious, designed for growing bodies and curious minds.

Meals are freshly prepared on site by our friendly catering team, using quality ingredients you can trust. Our menu is carefully planned to meet School Food Standards, while still being meals children genuinely enjoy.

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What’s on the Menu?

The menu rotates on a three-week cycle, keeping lunchtimes fresh, exciting, and full of variety. Every school day offers a balanced mix of choice, nutrition, and great taste.

Hot Main Meals

Children can choose from two freshly cooked hot meals every day, packed with flavour and the nutrients needed to support energy, focus, and healthy growth. At least one option is always vegetarian, encouraging more plant-based choices.

Jacket Potatoes & Filled Rolls

Alongside the hot main meal options, children can also enjoy a jacket potato with tasty toppings such as tuna mayonnaise, beans, or cheese. We also offer filled rolls with popular fillings like ham, cheese, tuna, and chicken.

Unlimited Salad Bar & Fresh Bread

Children can help themselves to our colourful salad bar, filled with fresh vegetables for extra vitamins and minerals. Fresh bread is also available daily.

Dessert

Every mealtime includes a dessert – from fruit and yoghurt to hot puddings, made with fruit (and sometimes vegetables) for extra goodness.

Nutrition You Can Trust

The menus are created by experienced chefs and nutritionists. Each day you can expect to see:

A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables
Added wholegrains for steady energy and focus
High-quality protein to support growing bodies

Look out for the Nutritionist’s Choice icon on our menus – these standout dishes are selected by our nutritionists for their extra nutritional benefits, typically packed with plants, fibre, wholegrains, beans, and pulses to fuel learning.

Inclusive & Allergen Aware

We want every child to enjoy lunchtime with confidence. That’s why allergen safety is a top priority in everything we do.

Our Allergen Aware Menu is specially designed for children with allergies to gluten, dairy and soya, without compromising on taste or nutrition.

To keep children safe every day, we have clear and robust procedures in place, including:

Allergen Buddies – trained members of staff who can confidently provide clear allergen information. They’re easy to spot in their purple hats and aprons.
Allergen matrices – available at service points to clearly display allergen information.
Strict kitchen procedures – carefully designed to minimise the risk of cross-contamination.
No nut products – we do not use products that contain nuts as an ingredient.

With trained teams, clear information, and carefully planned menus, we make sure every child can enjoy lunch safely, happily, and without worry.

School Meals Are Free in Reception, Year 1 & Year 2 🎉

All children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 can enjoy a free hot school lunch every day – regardless of circumstances.

If your child is in Year 3 or above, you may also be eligible. It only takes a few minutes to check, and families could save over £500 a year per child – while also supporting their school.

👉 Apply at: www.gov.uk/apply-free-school-meals

Why Choose School Meals?

Better value – a hot meal, salad, bread, and dessert often costs less than a packed lunch
Great nutrition – school meals provide great veg, fibre, and protein
Time-saving – no planning or packing
Hassle-free – one less thing to think about

Theme Days, Tastings & Food Fun 🎉

Throughout the year, we run exciting theme days and activities to make food fun and educational. These experiences help children explore new foods, cultures, and flavours.

Smart, Sustainable Choices

We’re committed to looking after the planet as well as your child. Sustainability is built into everything we do, from ingredient sourcing to how we run our kitchens.

We use ingredients creatively – even cauliflower leaves and stalks – to reduce food waste while keeping meals delicious and nutritious.

We also prioritise responsible, sustainability-conscious sourcing, including:

MSC‑certified fish for Fish & Chip Fridays
RSPCA‑assured free‑range eggs
Red Tractor milk from British dairy farms
Baking potatoes sourced from UK farms
Fairtrade cocoa and Rainforest Alliance coffee – all selected to support ethical farming and high welfare standards

Through our Impact+ approach, we continue to innovate for a healthier planet by increasing fibre and reducing sugar across menus, expanding locally sourced ingredients, and minimising waste and carbon emissions wherever possible – making our food nutritious for children and better for the environment.

Get in Touch 💬

We love hearing from parents and schools. If you have any questions, feedback, or suggestions, please get in touch:

📧 hello@impactfood.co.uk

Parent Catering Feedback Survey

We are launching a feedback survey to gather valuable insights from parents about the school food offer, helping us understand what is working well and where improvements can be made. We would appreciate your support in sharing the survey with parents via your school communications. The survey link is live and easy to copy and share. To encourage participation, the survey includes a prize draw, with both the individual respondent and their school in with a chance to win £100. Primary Parent Catering Survey: https://285qfq1abg1.typeform.com/ParentSurvey