Healthy choices in the nursery

Snacks and lunch time are sociable events in the nursery. Children sit down with their friends.  They are supervised by a member of staff to follow a routine of hygiene, eating, drinking and table manners. Every day fruit and vegetables, milk and water are available. We also use snack sessions to introduce new foods, foods from other countries and foods that are made and cooked by the children.

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"Carrots are good for your eyes because they make your eyes see in the dark."

"I like milk and it comes from cows."

"You dig your teeth into an apple and eat it."

"I like oranges and narnas"

What do the children learn from eating snack?

The importance of hygiene.

The sequence of the snack routine.

To wash their hands.

To sit at the table.

To pour own drinks.

To help each other. 

To say please and thank you.

To try new food and food from different cultures.

Children who stay for lunch bring a packed lunch.  We encourage parents to provide healthy lunches and drinks for their children.  There are leaflets and workshops available for those who would like more information.  Nursery provides the lunch club children with a variety of fruit every lunch time and water is always available for drinking.

Joining in daily physical activities is encouraged and much needed by young children.  You can see the range of physical activities that we offer by clicking on the 'Foundation Stage' button and exploring the physical area of learning.

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