At Benedict House Preparatory School, we believe that healthy, nutritious lunches play an important role in supporting children’s wellbeing, concentration and enjoyment of the school day. We are proud to work in partnership with The Pollen Partnership, who provide high quality school meals that are both nourishing and appealing to children.
Menus are thoughtfully planned to offer balance, variety and choice, using fresh ingredients to support growing bodies and minds. Meals are designed to encourage children to enjoy their food while developing positive lifelong attitudes to healthy eating.
Dietary requirements are taken very seriously. Allergies, intolerances and cultural or religious needs are catered for with care and sensitivity, and we work closely with families and our catering partners to ensure every child feels safe, included and confident at lunchtime.
Lunchtimes at Benedict House are a calm and sociable part of the school day. Children are encouraged to try new foods, practise good table manners and enjoy eating together in a supportive environment that reflects our values and family ethos.
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | |
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| MAIN MEAL | Chef’s Chicken & Herb Pasta Bake (Gluten, Milk) | Stir Fried Beef with Hoi Sin Sauce (Gluten, Soya) | Pasta Meatballs in a Tomato Sauce (Gluten) | Classic Roast Chicken with Lemon & Thyme | Classic Beef Burger with Tomato Salsa (Gluten, Milk) |
| VEGETARIAN | Chef’s Fusilli Pasta with Spinach & Roast Veg (Gluten, Milk) | Stir Fried Veg with Tofu and Hoi Sin Sauce (Gluten, Soya) | Quorn Meatballs in a Tomato Sauce (Gluten) | Roast Red Pepper with Onions & Herb Frittata (Egg, Milk) | Falafel Burger with Tomato Salsa (Gluten) |
| ON THE SIDE | Rice Sweetcorn | Rice Sliced Green Beans | Garden Peas | Sliced Carrots Roast Potatoes | Baked Beans Oven Baked Wedges (Gluten) |
| JACKET BAR | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings |
| DESSERT | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) | Homemade Lemon Drizzle Cake (Gluten, Egg, Milk) | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) | Homemade Banana Sponge Cake (Gluten, Egg, Milk) | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) |
| Every Day | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit |
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | |
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| MAIN MEAL | Traditional Chilli Con Carne | Classic Tomato and Basil Pasta Bake (Gluten) | Barbecue Hunter’s Chicken (Gluten) | Classic Beef Lasagne with a Garden Salad (Gluten, Milk) | Battered Pollock Fillets (Fish, Gluten) |
| VEGETARIAN | Mixed Bean and Vegetable Chilli Non-Carne | Vegetarian Chickpea Hotpot | Fusilli Pasta in Creamy Tomato Sauce (Gluten, Milk) | Vegetable Lasagne With Garden Salad (Gluten, Milk) | Baked Tomato & Goats Cheese Tart (Egg, Milk, Gluten) |
| ON THE SIDE | Mixed Veggie Rice | Sweetcorn Slice of a Garlic Bread (Gluten) | Peas Savoury Rice | Green Beans | Baked Beans Oven Baked Chips |
| JACKET BAR | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings |
| DESSERT | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) | Apple Crumble with Custard Mix Fruits (Gluten, Milk) | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) | Berry Sponge Cake Mix Fruits (Egg, Gluten, Milk) | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) |
| Every Day | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit |
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | |
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| MAIN MEAL | Spaghetti Bolognese (Gluten) | Chef’s Chicken Tikka Masala | Traditional Pork Sausages Served with Onion Gravy (Gluten, Sulphites) | Oven Baked Sticky Honey, Garlic & BBQ Style Chicken | Ham & Pineapple Pizza (Gluten, Milk) |
| VEGETARIAN | Traditional Mushroom Carbonara (Milk, Gluten) | Chef’s Homemade Vegetable Dahl | Vegan Sausages served with Onion Gravy (Gluten) | Creamy Vegetable Stroganoff (Milk) | Ultimate Roast Vegetable Pizza (Gluten, Milk) |
| ON THE SIDE | Green Peas | Broccoli Florets Basmati Rice | Whole Green Beans Creamy Mash Potatoes with Spring Onion | Steamed Sweetcorn Savoury Rice | Baked Beans Oven Baked Wedges (Gluten) |
| JACKET BAR | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings | Jacket Potato with a Selection of Toppings |
| DESSERT | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) | Chocolate Sponge Pudding (Gluten, Egg, Milk) | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Milk) | Jam Sponge Pudding with Custard (Egg, Gluten, Mik) | Fruit Yoghurt Mixed Fruit Berries (Mik) |
| Every Day | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit | Varied Selection of Simple and Composite Salad’s Choice of Whole Fruit |