School Lunches & Snacks

Packed lunches are also eaten in the canteen. The following notes of guidance, issued by the Education Authority, take the form of strong recommendations designed for the safety and protection of pupils and parents are requested to carry out these instructions.

Notes of guidance for parents.

1. All food must be carried in a semi-rigid container with a secure lid e.g. Tupperware, ice-cream containers or similar. Containers should be clearly marked with the name of the pupil.

2. Glass bottles or containers are not permitted under the Health and Safety Regulations.

3. Vacuum flasks containing hot liquids are not permitted because of the danger of scalding.

4. Aerated drinks in cans and bottles are not permissible because of the obvious dangers these present.

5. We encourage pupils to stay hydrated throughout the school day by drinking water.

6. We encourage children to have waste free packed lunches in order to support our ECO agenda.

7. Children are encouraged to bring a snack for morning break. As a Health Promoting School we would encourage pupils, parents and staff to consider healthy options.