Lunchtime at Hillyfield
Hillyfield has its own School Food Policy that we are very proud of. The kitchens at the Park and Hill are working hard to ensure children have a balanced lunch throughout the week. Please help your children to create the habit of a healthier lifestyle in the school and at home too.
If you think you may be entitled to free school meals please see the Waltham Forest website for more information and how to apply: https://walthamforest.gov.uk/content/free-school-meals
School Meals
At Hillyfield a high proportion of our children choose to eat school lunch. The children can avail of a range of options on a daily basis and have access to an extensive salad bar and a variety of fresh fruit every day.
Packed Lunches
Foods that can be included in a packed lunch
• Fruit and Vegetables - at least one portion of fruit and one portion of vegetables or salad.
• Non-dairy source of protein - meat, fish, egg, beans or pulses such as lentils, kidney beans, chickpeas, hummus and falafel.
• A starchy food like bread, pasta, rice, couscous, noodles, potatoes or other types of cereals. • Dairy foods such as milk, cheese, yogurt, fromage frais
• Drinks - Water only. A slice of lemon, cucumber, fruits or mint leaves are acceptable.
Food that should NOT be included in a packed-lunch
• High fat, high salt, high sugar snacks
• Confectionery such as chocolate bars, sweets and chewing gum.
• Fizzy / sugary drinks or fruit flavoured squash.
