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The Options
There are three options at lunch time, they are:
The school meal
The School Meal
The school meal is a tasty, hot choice for those that want to recharge their batteries for afternoon lessons.  Children can learn about different foods and there are different promotions throughout the year to bridge the gap between the kitchen and the classroom.
The Packed Lunch from Home
The Packed Lunch from Home

The packed lunch from home sometimes seems the cheapest option.  This is not always the case as many packed lunch costs are hidden in the weekly shop.  Then you have to remember about the time it takes to prepare, clean up and the occasional rushes to the local shop because you have run out of something.

Most schools have now achieved 'Healthy schools' status and some now restrict certain types of food brought into school such as crisps and chocolate bars'. Please check with your school to see if there are any guidelines for packed lunches. You can find out more about healthy packed lunches on the Food Standards Agency website.

Going Home for Lunch
Going Home for Lunch
Going home may be suitable for those that live near school but it could be disruptive for your child, especially if their friends are staying at school.  Lunch times are great for helping children to learn about playing and interacting together.