Pebbles recognises the importance of healthy eating for the growth, development, and wellbeing of young children and is committed to promoting and supporting healthy food and drink choices for all of the children in our care. Our policy on nutrition will affirm our position on the provision of healthy food and drinks while children are in our care and the promotion and education of healthy choices for optimum nutrition.

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We will be supplying all breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and snacks throughout the day.  We will also be providing two types of formula for children.  If the brands that we are using doesn’t suit your child’s diet, we are more than happy for you to bring along your own and we can keep it at the centre for you.

 

Pebbles respects and supports mothers’ wishes to continue to breastfeed, as we understand that returning to work and can be a common reason for discontinuing breastfeeding. We are able to provide a welcoming environment for mothers to continue to breastfeed or express breastmilk.  A private room for breastfeeding forms part of our beautiful building where our mum’s will be able to come any time of the day to use.

 

We believe in providing a positive eating environment that reflects dietary requirements, cultural and family values, and promotes lifelong learning for children.

 

After lots of research and discussions we decided to outsource the meals to a company called Kids Gourmet Foods. 

 

Kids Gourmet Food have been creating nutritious and delicious homestyle meals for children since 2002.  They offer a great solution working with nutritionists, dieticians and national advisory groups to ensure the highest nutritional standards are met in their daily menus.  They understand that the early years in a child’s life are instrumental in developing positive, long-term eating habits, and that exposing young children to a healthy, diverse diet not only gives them the best start in life, it helps secure their future health, development and wellbeing as they grow up.

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By using Kids Gourmet Foods will also give our Educators much more valuable time with the children away from the kitchen which is just the way we like it.

 

One of the main features is how they cater for children with food intolerances, allergies, and cultural preferences.   During enrolment families are asked to share with us any allergies or special dietary requirements your child may have.  Please note that our Services are all "Nut Free"  Clicking the KGF to find out more..

 

Attached below is a snip it from their website below:

 

• We place the utmost importance on accommodating any special requirements.

• We are acutely aware of the importance of providing a safe and enjoyable eating experience for all children, and the requirement to avoid cross contamination. Our specialised team of trained chefs tailor-make meals for children with specific food requirements, and will provide you with a comprehensive list of ingredients for each meal. For additional reassurance, we do not use nuts or eggs in our entire food preparation area.

• We also provide separate menus for children with vegetarian or other cultural preferences.

• In all cases, we ensure as far as possible that no children have to compromise on a positive and sociable eating experience.

 

Clicking the KGF Icon that will take you to their their website where

you can go in and browse menus and further information.  

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You will also be able to check out the amazing 6 week rotational menus that they offer from babies purees to mashed delicious options from creamy mango risotto puree to beef, pearl barley and vegetable casserole to our older children where they will be able to learn about taste and enjoy foods from around the world keeping in mind that there is alternative to every meal to suit every child in our care.

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