Nourishment
Nourishment & Culinary Learning at Apollo
At Apollo Nursery, we believe food is an integral part of a child’s wellbeing, development, and daily joy. We are committed to supporting local suppliers wherever possible and take great pleasure in building meaningful connections with our local community—including visiting nearby farmers and producers to source fresh, seasonal ingredients for the children’s snacks.
An Immersive Approach to Snacks
We take immense pride in how we approach snacks. Snack time is not simply something children are given; it is an experience they actively shape. Children are encouraged to choose, prepare, create, and, where possible, grow their own food, transforming everyday routines into rich, memorable learning opportunities.
Through thoughtfully supervised activities, children develop confidence and learn to safely manage real-world challenges—from using child-safe utensils to preparing fresh ingredients. Whether baking focaccia, crafting homemade pasta, exploring sweetcorn batons, or making and flipping their own banana pancakes, these hands-on experiences cultivate independence, curiosity, and a lifelong positive relationship with food.
Wholesome Lunches & Hydration
Our freshly prepared hot lunches are supplied by a dedicated school food provider and served at the nursery, ensuring children enjoy a warm, balanced, and nutritious meal together each day.
To support healthy hydration, fresh drinking water is accessible at all times, and we provide free milk for all eligible children through the Nursery Milk Scheme.
Parental Choice & Packed Lunches
Parents are always welcome to provide snacks and a packed lunch from home. For guidance and creative ideas on packing wholesome, balanced meals, we recommend exploring:
