FREE SCHOOL MEALS

It seems a shame that even though  free school lunches are available for every child in reception, year 1 and 2 some parents do not take this up. It may be because they do not know of it or not sure how to access it or even what the food is like.

This is an extract from a survey on it

Free school meals for infants, one year on: what do parents think?  

A new survey commissioned by the School Food Plan highlights the value parents place on their children having a free lunch at school in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. Almost one quarter (23%) of mums and dads whose children take up the free lunches say the main benefit is the greater variety of food they will now eat. The same proportion (23%) say they most value their child eating a proper meal at lunchtime, whilst almost one fifth (19%) say their child has enjoyed trying new foods. The opportunity to eat together and socialise with friends was identified as the most important aspect by 15% of parents.