Catering

School catering is outsourced to a third-party catering company, Capitol Caterers. Dieticians have produced a balanced diet, meeting the recommended daily allowance of children, based on the age range and physical activity of children.

The menu works on a four-week cycle and may be amended from time to time, based on stock availability and seasonal supply.

The on-campus kitchen is fully equipped with gas stoves and a steam-combi oven, allowing for nutritional and wholesome food output.

Hygiene and Health and Safety audits of the kitchen, dining room, and food are carried out quarterly and strict hygiene and sanitation protocols have been implemented in all of these areas. Children are required to wash their hands before every meal. Access to the kitchen is strictly limited to kitchen staff only.

Food Committee

A small committee of parents, kitchen and boarding staff meets and monitors the quality of food produced to ensure that nutritional value is optimal and maintained.

Meals

All meals are supervised by a House Parent or M.O.D. with attention given to table manners and dining room etiquette. Please refer to our School App for the termly menu. 

Special Diets

Upon admission, parents are required to complete the Capitol Caterers Food Allergy and Intolerance Form detailing their child’s dietary requirements (including vegetarianism). 

Should your child require a special diet for medical reasons, please support your request with a doctor’s letter. Please supply a list of foods that your child may or may not eat. Special spreads, additives, and special foods for intolerances must be supplied by the parents.

Grade 7 Privilege

Grade 7 privilege is awarded to Grade 7 children for acts of service in the Boarding House. Privileges include 8.30pm bedtime, popcorn and noodle snacks on a Wednesday evening, as well as table tuck (spreads, milk additives, sauces, etc.) in the 3rd Term.

Grade 7s are not entitled to these privileges but rather, awarded these privileges at the discretion of the boarding staff.

Attendance at Meals

All boarders on campus must attend the major daily meals.

Dress Code for Meals

During the week: reds and blacks/civvies and closed shoes must be worn. 

Weekends: reds and blacks and takkies, slops, or sandals must be worn to breakfast and lunch on Saturdays. Civvies may be worn to breakfast, lunch, and supper on Sundays.

Boarder Birthdays

Each child will receive a cake to celebrate their birthday.