Presentation
School fees include a high-quality balanced meal cooked on site (4 lunches per week for primary school, 5 lunches per week for secondary school).
The school chef develops his balanced menus by working closely with our nurse. Working together with his team, he serves homemade soups, prepares a fully fledged salad bar, three main hot dishes, including a vegetarian option along with accompanying vegetables and a wide variety of desserts (fresh fruit pots, homemade cake and yoghurts).
Our menus are designed to be nutritious, balanced and sustainable, while encouraging pupils to discover new foods and develop healthy eating habits.
Meals are cooked from scratch in our kitchen.
A vegetarian option is available every day, with Mondays being fully vegetarian.
Pupils can choose from hot meals, salads, pasta, soup, dairy products and fresh fruit.
Portions are adapted to pupils’ needs to reduce food waste.
Fresh bread and flavoured water (mint or fresh fruit - no added sugar) are available daily.
Holroyd Howe, a specialist school caterer, received the Catey Prize in 2015 for “Education caterer of the year” rewarding in particular their innovative and fresh menus.
Allergies and dietary requirements
The school is nut-free and has robust procedures in place to support pupils with medical dietary needs.
Allergies and intolerances must be medically diagnosed and declared at the start of the school year.
Trained staff (“allergy champions”) supervise food service for affected pupils.
Clear identification systems and double-checking procedures ensure safety at every stage.
Our canteen is a welcoming space where pupils can eat safely, feel confident and enjoy their meals.
For more information about how the canteen works, see our article ("How the CFBL Canteen Works") and video below:
This month's menus
Monday: plant-rich menu. Tuesday: Harvest Festival.
Daily: homemade wholemeal bread and a selection of fruit. Plant based yoghurt and chocolate or vanilla soya dessert are also available. (ve) vegan; (v) vegetarian.
Senior Menu
Menu | Monday 28 | Tuesday 29 | Wednesday 30 | Thursday 1 | Friday 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Soup | Cauliflower soup (ve) | Broccoli soup (ve) | Carrot & lemongrass soup (ve) | Tomato soup (ve) | Broccoli & watercress soup (ve) |
Option 1 (Planet Plate) | Tofu tikka curry with rice & vegetables (ve) | Smoky piri-piri strips with black beans & chilli sauce (ve) | Sumac-roasted tofu & chickpea traybake (ve) | Roast garlic, lemon & lime tofu (ve) | Crispy chickpea & vegetable bites with plant tartare sauce (ve) |
Option 2 | Red bean & coconut stew with rice & vegetables (ve) | Grilled Portuguese style piri piri chicken served with chilli sauce | Roast turkey & vegetable traybake in sumac | Roast garlic beef, caramelised lemon & lime | Fish Fillet & plant tartare sauce |
Sides | Roast cauliflower, spinach & thyme (ve) | Bulgur wheat (ve) Green beans & corn (ve) | Bombay potatoes (ve) Spinach & tomatoes (ve) | Couscous (ve) Courgettes & red peppers (ve) | Rice (ve) Carrots & peas (ve) |
Dessert | Fruit compote (ve) | Orange cake (v) | Fruit salad pots (ve) | Red berry cake (v) | Cheese (v) |
Early Years (Maternelle)
Menu | Monday 28 | Tuesday 29 | Wednesday 30 | Thursday 1 | Friday 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Option 1 (Planet Plate) | Tofu tikka curry with rice & vegetables (ve) | Smoky piri-piri strips with black beans (ve) | Sumac-roasted tofu & chickpea traybake (ve) | Roast garlic, lemon & lime tofu (ve) | Crispy chickpea & vegetable bites (ve) |
Option 2 | Red bean & coconut stew with rice & vegetables (ve) | Grilled chicken | Roast turkey | Roast garlic beef, caramelised lemon & lime | Fish fingers |
Crudités | Cucumber | Carrots | Cucumber | Carrots | Cucumber |
Sides | Roast cauliflower, spinach & thyme (ve) | Bulgur wheat (ve) Green beans & corn (ve) | Bombay potatoes (ve) Spinach & tomatoes (ve) | Couscous (ve) Courgettes & red peppers (ve) | Rice (ve) Carrots & peas (ve) |
Dessert | Fruit compote (ve) | Orange cake (v) | Fruit salad pots (ve) | Yoghurt pot (v) | Cheese (v) |
Salad Bar
Menu | Monday 28 | Tuesday 29 | Wednesday 30 | Thursday 1 | Friday 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pasta salads | Wholewheat artichoke & roasted pepper pasta salad (ve) | Grilled vegetable pasta salad (ve) | Wholewheat tomato, sweetcorn & basil pasta salad (ve) | Courgette, olive & lemon pasta salad (ve) | Wholewheat roasted tomato & chickpea pasta salad (ve) |
Salad items | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) |
Grain salads | Tomato, cucumber, basil & spelt salad (ve) | Farro, roasted carrot, pepper & lemon herb salad (ve) | Quinoa, roasted butternut squash & herb salad (ve) | Charred sugar snap, herb & couscous salad (ve) | Bulgur wheat, roasted carrot, chickpea & coriander salad (ve) |
Superfood salads | Rocket, fennel, orange & cucumber salad (ve) | Edamame, peas, cucumber & mint salad (ve) | Beetroot, carrot & orange salad (ve) | Spinach, cucumber, carrot & lemon salad (ve) | Kale, sardines, carrot & lemon salad |
Bean salads | Green bean & lentil salad (ve) | Kidney bean, pepper, cucumber & tomato salad (ve) | White bean, cucumber, tomato & dill salad (ve) | Butter bean, courgette & mint salad (ve) | Chickpea & roasted vegetable salad (ve) |
Salad seasoning | Pea protein (ve) | Pea protein (ve) | Pea protein (ve) | Pea protein (ve) | Pea protein (ve) |
Omega oils and seeds | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) |
Plant protein toppings | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast chickpeas (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast chickpeas (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast chickpeas (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast chickpeas (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast chickpeas (ve) |
Protein and probiotic topping | Lemon & herb silken tofu (ve) | Lemon & herb silken tofu (ve) | Lemon & herb silken tofu (ve) | Lemon & herb silken tofu (ve) | Lemon & herb silken tofu (ve) |
Waste less toppings | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) |
Flavoured water | Orange & lemon | Orange & lemon | Orange & lemon | Orange & lemon | Orange & lemon |
Monday: plant-rich menu.
Daily: homemade wholemeal bread and a selection of fruit. Plant based yoghurt and chocolate or vanilla soya dessert are also available. (ve) vegan; (v) vegetarian.
Senior menu
Menu | Monday 5 | Tuesday 6 | Wednesday 7 | Thursday 8 | Friday 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Soup | Lentil soup (ve) | Tomato soup (ve) | Yellow split pea soup (ve) | Cabbage & pea soup (ve) | Chickpea soup (ve) |
Option 1 (Planet Plate) | Spiced Moroccan tofu and vegetable tagine (ve) | Crispy sweet & sour tempeh with peppers & bean shoots (ve) | Fiesta Chilli with fresh peppers and mixed beans (ve) | Crispy chickpea & vegetable bites (ve) | Creamy aubergine & lentil moussaka with soy yoghurt (ve) |
Option 2 | Butternut squash and Puy lentil wellington (ve) | Crispy sweet & sour chicken with peppers and bean shoots | Beef, lentil & mixed bean Chilli con carne 50% plant-protein blend | Baked lemon & herb fish fillet | Turkey, sweet potatoes and tomato moussaka with soy yoghurt 50% plant-protein blend |
Sides | Couscous (ve) Courgettes & sweetcorn (ve) | Noodles (ve) Stir-fried vegetables (ve) | Rice (ve) Broccoli & sweet potato (ve) | Chips (ve) Peas & tomatoes (ve) Ketchup (ve) | Bulgur wheat (ve) Roast mixed vegetables (ve) |
Dessert | Fruit compote (ve) | Apple yoghurt cake (v) | Vanilla & caramel cake (v) | Cheese (v) | Fruit salad (ve) |
Early Years (Maternelle)
Menu | Monday 5 | Tuesday 6 | Wednesday 7 | Thursday 8 | Friday 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Option 1 (Planet Plate) | Roast tofu and vegetable tagine (ve) | Crispy sweet & sour tempeh with peppers & bean shoots (ve) | Fiesta Chilli with fresh peppers and mixed beans (ve) | Crispy chickpea & vegetable bites (ve) | Creamy aubergine & lentil moussaka with soy yoghurt (ve) |
Option 2 | Butternut squash and Puy lentil wellington (ve) | Crispy sweet & sour chicken with peppers and bean shoots | Beef, lentil & mixed bean Chilli con carne 50% plant-protein blend | Fish fingers | Turkey, sweet potatoes and tomato moussaka with soy yoghurt 50% plant-protein blend |
Crudités | Couscous (ve) Courgettes & sweetcorn (ve) | Noodles (ve) Stir-fried vegetables (ve) | Rice (ve) Broccoli & sweet potato (ve) | Chips (ve) Peas & tomatoes (ve) | Bulgur wheat (ve) Roast mixed vegetables (ve) |
Sides | Cucumber (ve) | Carrots (ve) | Cucumber (ve) | Carrots (ve) | Cucumber (ve) |
Dessert | Fruit compote (ve) | Yoghurt pot (v) | Vanilla & caramel cake (v) | Cheese (v) | Fruit salad (ve) |
Salad bar
Menu | Monday 5 | Tuesday 6 | Wednesday 7 | Thursday 8 | Friday 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pasta salads | Pasta, tomato, basil & lentils salad (ve) | Wholewheat ratatouille & butter bean pasta salad (ve) | Pasta, peas, carrots & parsley salad (ve) | Wholewheat caponata vegetable pasta salad (ve) | Super-greens lemon pasta salad (ve) |
Salad items | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) |
Grain salads | Roasted beetroot, spelt & parsley salad (ve) | Farro, cucumber, tomato, pepper & herb salad (ve) | Quinoa, roasted cauliflower & pomegranate salad (ve) | Couscous, roasted vegetable & preserved lemon herb salad (ve) | Bulgur tabbouleh with cucumber, parsley & mint (ve) |
Superfood salads | Rocket, cucumber, tomato & roasted pepper salad (ve) | Edamame, sweetcorn, carrot & lime salad (ve) | Beetroot, apple, carrot & mint salad (ve) | Spinach, cucumber, peas & herb salad (ve) | Kale, squash, red cabbage & lemon salad (ve) |
Bean salads | Cannellini bean, roasted tomato & basil salad (ve) | Lentil, green bean & herb salad (ve) | Mixed bean kachumber salad (ve) | Butter bean, roasted pepper & sardine salad | Black bean, tomato, sweetcorn & coriander salad (ve) |
Salad seasoning | Nutritional yeast & seeds (ve) | Nutritional yeast & seeds (ve) | Nutritional yeast & seeds (ve) | Nutritional yeast & seeds (ve) | Nutritional yeast & seeds (ve) |
Omega oils and seeds | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil (ve) Pumpkin seed oil (ve) Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) |
Plant protein toppings | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast beans (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast beans (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast beans (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast beans (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Roast beans (ve) |
Protein and probiotic topping | Fortified soya yoghurt-style protein topping (ve) | Fortified soya yoghurt-style protein topping (ve) | Fortified soya yoghurt-style protein topping (ve) | Fortified soya yoghurt-style protein topping (ve) | Fortified soya yoghurt-style protein topping (ve) |
Waste less toppings | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) |
Flavoured water | Apple & lemon | Apple & lemon | Apple & lemon | Apple & lemon | Apple & lemon |
Monday and Tuesday: plant-rich menus.
Daily: homemade wholemeal bread and a selection of fruit. Plant based yoghurt and chocolate or vanilla soya dessert are also available. (ve) vegan; (v) vegetarian.
Senior menu
Menu | Monday 12 | Tuesday 13 | Wednesday 14 | Thursday 15 | Friday 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Soup | Asparagus & spinach soup (ve) | Pea and mint soup (ve) | Tomato soup (ve) | Sweetcorn and lemongrass soup (ve) | Fennel & dill soup (ve) |
Option 1 (Planet Plate) | Slow-cooked Mediterranean lentil Bolognese & basil with wholewheat pasta (ve) | Grilled jerk tempeh with peppers & kidney beans (ve) | Planetary Shawarma with garlic yoghurt and hummus (ve) | Sweet & sour tempeh served with stir-fried vegetables & ginger (ve) | Crispy beans & vegetable bites (ve) |
Option 2 | Big Bold Chickpea Bolognese with wholewheat pasta (ve) | Jerk sweet potato & beef black bean & pepper stew | Turkey Shawarma with garlic yoghurt and hummus | Sweet & sour chicken served with stir-fried vegetables & ginger | Baked lemon & herb fish |
Sides | Roast courgettes, tomatoes & thyme (ve) | Rice (ve) Sweet potatoes and cauliflower (ve) | Bulgur wheat (ve) Broccoli and tomatoes (ve) | Noodles (ve) Teriyaki glazed carrots (ve) Fennel & coriander (ve) | Roast potatoes (ve) Peas & corn (ve) |
Dessert | Lemon drizzle cake (v) | Fruit compote (ve) | Fruit salad (ve) | Cheese (v) | Marble cake (v) |
Early Years (Maternelle)
Menu | Monday 12 | Tuesday 13 | Wednesday 14 | Thursday 15 | Friday 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Option 1 (Planet Plate) | Slow-cooked Mediterranean lentil Bolognese & basil with wholewheat pasta (ve) | Grilled jerk tempeh with peppers & kidney beans (ve) | Planetary Shawarma with garlic yoghurt and hummus (ve) | Roast tempeh stir-fried vegetables & ginger (ve) | Crispy chickpea & vegetable bites (ve) |
Option 2 | Big Bold Chickpea Bolognese with wholewheat pasta (ve) | Jerk sweet potato & beef black bean & pepper stew | Turkey Shawarma | Roast chicken stir-fried vegetables & ginger | Fish fingers |
Crudités | Carrots | Cucumber | Carrots | Cucumber | Carrots |
Sides | Roast courgettes, tomatoes & thyme (ve) | Rice (ve) Sweet potatoes and cauliflower (ve) | Bulgur wheat (ve) Broccoli and tomatoes (ve) | Noodles (ve) Teriyaki glazed carrots, fennel & coriander (ve) | Roast potatoes (ve) Peas & corn (ve) |
Dessert | Lemon drizzle cake (v) | Fruit compote (ve) | Fruit salad (ve) | Cheese (v) | Yoghurt pot (v) |
Salad bar
Menu | Monday 12 | Tuesday 13 | Wednesday 14 | Thursday 15 | Friday 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pasta salads | Wholewheat tomato & basil pasta salad (ve) | Ratatouille vegetable pasta salad (ve) | Wholewheat pasta, peas, courgettes & lemon salad (ve) | Caponata-style vegetable pasta salad (ve) | Wholewheat super-greens pasta salad (ve) |
Salad items | Tomato, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) | Tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, lettuce (ve) |
Grain salads | Roasted carrot, lemon & spelt salad (ve) | Farro, roasted red pepper, olive & oregano salad (ve) | Quinoa tabbouleh with cucumber, tomato & parsley (ve) | Couscous with grilled cherry tomatoes & fresh herbs (ve) | Bulgur tabbouleh with cucumber, herbs & pomegranate (ve) |
Superfood salads | Rocket, tomato, cucumber & sweetcorn salad (ve) | Edamame, cucumber & carrot salad (ve) | Beetroot, apple & red cabbage salad (ve) | Spinach, broad bean, cucumber & lemon salad (ve) | Kale, roasted squash & mackerel salad |
Bean salads | Butter bean & roasted cherry tomato salad (ve) | Cannellini bean, tomato & herb salad (ve) | Chickpea, carrot & coriander salad (ve) | Mixed bean, green bean, tomato & parsley salad (ve) | Black bean, sweetcorn & tomato salsa salad (ve) |
Salad seasoning | Popped amaranth grains (ve) | Popped amaranth grains (ve) | Popped amaranth grains (ve) | Popped amaranth grains (ve) | Popped amaranth grains (ve) |
Omega oils and seeds | Avocado oil Pumpkin seed oil Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil Pumpkin seed oil Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil Pumpkin seed oil Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil Pumpkin seed oil Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) | Avocado oil Pumpkin seed oil Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds (ve) |
Plant protein toppings | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Pea protein (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Pea protein (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Pea protein (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Pea protein (ve) | Selection of homemade hummus (ve) Pea protein (ve) |
Protein and probiotic topping | Kefir (v) | Kefir (v) | Kefir (v) | Kefir (v) | Kefir (v) |
Waste less toppings | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) | Crispy vegetable peelings (ve) Homemade croutons (ve) |
Flavoured water | Mint & lime | Mint & lime | Mint & lime | Mint & lime | Mint & lime |
Canteen survey
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. All meals are freshly prepared from scratch in our on-site kitchen.
Yes. A vegetarian option is available every day, and all meals served on Mondays are vegetarian.
There is always an alternative available, including pasta, soup, salads, dairy products and fruit, ensuring pupils can always eat a nutritious meal.
Pupils with medical allergies or intolerances are clearly identified. Their meals are prepared and served following strict safety procedures by trained allergy champions, with multiple checks in place.
For safety reasons, we only accommodate medically diagnosed allergies and intolerances. We do not provide halal or kosher meals, but students can opt for the vegetarian option.
This information is essential for school trips, particularly residential trips, where external catering may be involved.
Pupils are encouraged to take the right portion first. A second serving of pasta or buffet items may be possible if space allows, but avoiding food waste is a priority.
