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For further information Tel: 01484 221000 www.kirklees.gov.uk/schoolmeals

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Kirklees school meals service

Lydgate J and I School

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It is very important for all young people to eat a healthy, balanced diet and Kirklees Catering Service takes this responsibility very seriously. Here are some facts about our service and the meals we offer in school:

• Schools serve a nutritious and tasty two course meal, freshly prepared on site at a set price of £2.00 each day.

• Every menu is tailored to each individual school after consulting with our customers (you, your children and their teachers).

• All menus are planned in line with the Government’s School Food Standards.

• We cater for Vegetarian, Halal and special diets. (If your child has a special dietary requirement or an allergy to any foods please inform the Head Teacher at their school, who will liaise with the kitchen supervisor to ensure your child’s needs are met).

• Our service holds the prestigious Food for Life Silver Catering Mark Award. This means all our menus include a minimum of 75% freshly prepared dishes using local, seasonal and organic produce. We use free range eggs, farm assured meat, sustainable fish and ensure all food used is free from undesirable additives and preservatives .

• Primary schools have regular visits from our mascot, Munch the School Meals Dragon. Munch promotes healthy foods and educates children about healthy eating and lifestyles.

• We hold themed events, linked to what’s happening in and out of school which make lunchtime educational and fun.

• Research has shown that children concentrate much better if they have eaten a healthy, balanced meal at lunchtime, which can support your child’s learning in school.

• To find out more about school meals and view your child’s school menu on line go to: www.kirklees.gov.uk/schoolmeals

• All children in Reception and Years 1 and 2 are currently entitled to free school meals. If you’re on a low income and receive certain benefits you may be eligible for additional support such as free milk and free school meals for children not in reception or years 1 and 2. To find out more call 01484 221928. All eligible parents should apply as it gives your child extra support and helps their school.

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SILVERIntroduction

Lydgate J and I School

Oven Baked Fish Fingers Homemade Cheese & Onion

Roll Halal Chicken Sandwich

Chicken Sandwich Garden Peas

Golden Sweetcorn Oven Baked Potato Wedges

Homemade Chocolate Cake

Fresh Fruit Salad A selection of Yoghurts

Jacket Potato with Various Fillings

Pizza Paninis Homemade Lasagne

Homemade Halal Lasagne Fresh Mixed Salad

Homemade Garlic Bread

Ice Cream Roll A Selection of Homemade

Cakes Fresh Fruit Salad

A selection of Yoghurts

Roast Chicken or Halal Chicken with

Accompaniments Fresh Salmon Fillet with

Crunchy Topping Egg Sandwich

Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Oven Baked Roast Potatoes

Creamed Potatoes

Homemade Chocolate Pudding with Chocolate Sauce, Fresh Fruit Salad A selection of Yoghurts

Homemade Meat & Potato Pie

Homemade Halal Meat & Potato Pie

Homemade Vegetarian Pasta Bake

Cheese Sandwich Seasonal Vegetables Baby New Potatoes

Homemade Fruit Crumble &

Custard, Homemade Biscuits, Fresh Fruit Salad

A selection of Yoghurts

A Selection Of Pizza's Homemade Chicken Boti or

Halal Chicken Boti Tuna Wraps Fresh Salad

Yoghurt & Mint Sauce Wholegrain Rice

Oven Baked Chips

Homemade selection of various Cakes

Jelly & Fruit Fresh Fruit

A selection of Yoghurts

Oven Baked Sausages served with Gravy

Oven Baked Halal Sausages served with Gravy

Homemade Crispy Topped Tuna Bake

Cheese Sandwich Mixed Seasonal Vegetables Oven Baked Herby Potatoes

A selection of homemade

Gateau, Fruit Salad A selection of homemade Buns, Assorted Yoghurts

Jacket Potato with Various Fillings

Pizza Paninis Pasta & Tuna served in a

Tomato Sauce Fresh Mixed Salad

Homemade Garlic Bread

A selection of homemade Biscuits

A selection of homemade Cakes

Fresh Fruit Assorted Yoghurts

Oven Baked Salmon Fish Cakes

Homemade Mince & Potato Pie or Halal Mince & Potato

Pie Chicken Tikka Wraps or

Halal Chicken Tikka Wraps Seasonal Vegetables Baby New Potatoes

Homemade Eve's Pudding

served with Creamy Custard Fruit Salad, Homemade Fairy

Buns, Assorted Yoghurts

Homemade Cheese & Onion Quiche

Homemade Halal Country Chicken Bake

Homemade Country Chicken Bake

Tuna Sandwich Seasonal Vegetables

Creamed Potatoes

Chunky Fruit Muffins Fresh Fruit Salad

A selection of homemade Gateau, Assorted Yodhurts

Oven Baked Fish served with Parsley Sauce

Chilli Chicken Fajitas Halal Chicken Fajitas

Egg Sandwich Fresh Crispy Mixed Salad

Oven Baked Chips Wholegrain Rice

A Selection of homemade

Cakes Jelly & Fruit Fresh Fruit

Assorted Yoghurts