Skip to content 
Scallywags Nursery is committed to promoting healthy eating practices in collaboration with Zebedees.co.uk, ensuring that every child’s dietary needs are met with care and attention to detail.
We prioritise correct portion control to ensure meals are balanced and appropriate for young children, supporting their nutritional needs without overeating. Each meal includes ‘5 a day’, incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables to promote a diverse and nutrient-rich diet. Portion sizes are carefully managed, tailored to children’s age and activity levels, fostering mindful eating habits from an early age.
We strive to instill lifelong habits of nutritious eating, ensuring the well-being and development of all children in our care, from infancy through early childhood.
Children at Scallywags Nursery have the opportunity to experience the joy of growing their own fruits and vegetables in our garden. This hands-on experience not only enhances their understanding of where food comes from but also encourages them to make healthy food choices.
As part of our commitment to promoting healthy eating, Scallywags Nursery has achieved the Healthy Eating London Gold Award. This initiative reflects our dedication to maintaining high standards in food safety, quality, and nutritional integrity.
Scallywags Nursery is committed to promoting oral health through a comprehensive approach that includes training and supporting parents, engaging children in discussions about oral care, and fostering healthy eating habits.
Scallywags Nursery provides training and support to parents on effective oral health practices, this includes online training and a helpful parent partnership packs. This includes guidance on proper brushing techniques, the importance of regular dental check-ups, and tips for maintaining healthy teeth and gums at home. By empowering parents with knowledge and practical advice, the nursery ensures that oral health routines extend beyond the nursery environment into children’s daily lives.
We also engage children in age-appropriate discussions about oral hygiene. Educators use storytelling, demonstrations, and interactive activities to teach children about the importance of brushing teeth, using fluoride toothpaste, and making healthy food choices that promote dental health. These discussions are designed to instill positive attitudes towards oral care from a young age, setting the foundation for lifelong habits.
Additionally, Scallywags Nursery integrates healthy eating practices that support oral health. we prioritise nutritious meals and snacks that are low in sugars and acids, which can contribute to tooth decay. By offering ‘5 a day’ and ensuring correct portion sizes, the nursery promotes a balanced diet that supports overall health, including dental health.
All food is fresh and cooked by Zebedee’s who are sponsored by the Caroline Walker Trust. It provides a healthy balanced diet of which menus are displayed for parents to see. As well as providing a healthy option for the children it is important that the children enjoy their food and mealtime is a pleasant sociable experience for them.
We have a qualified cook who holds a food hygiene certificate Allergies, cultural and religious practices and parent’s preference as well as general dislikes are catered for and alternative menus can be given as well as catering for vegetarians and medical conditions.
Fresh fruit and vegetables are provided daily. We organise meal and snack times so they are a social occasion and so they can develop independence through feeding themselves. We provide children with utensils which are appropriate for the child’s stage of development and their cultural needs
Optimized by Seraphinite Accelerator