Learning through play in a nurturing and empowering environment.
At Stepping Stones, mealtimes and snack times are about far more than what’s on the plate. They’re moments of care, belonging, learning and growth – and one of the most meaningful and joyful parts of our day.
Every morning, we offer a lovely snack routine for our children. The children are encouraged to line up patiently and wait for their turn to collect their trays. They then choose from the fruit or vegetables we have available that day, collect a cup and a piece of wholemeal toast, and carefully carry their trays over to the table. Those who are ready and able are also encouraged to butter their own toast, helping them develop independence and confidence in their everyday skills.
The best part of this is your child is actually trying new foods and eating wholemeal toast at these snack times.
Although this may seem like a simple part of the day, it provides so many important learning opportunities!
Lunch Boxes
At Stepping Stones, we understand that every family has their own preferences when it comes to preparing their child’s lunchbox. We are not here to tell you what you should or shouldn’t include, but we do feel it is important to offer advice and guidance where we can to support the health and wellbeing of your children.
A healthy lunch box is important as it provides children with the energy and nutrients they need to learn, play and concentrate throughout the school day. We would like to see lunch boxes that offer a good balance of healthy, nutritious foods, including a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, sandwiches or wraps, protein-rich foods such as cheese, eggs or chicken, and healthy snacks such as yoghurt or crackers. We also encourage children to bring a bottle of water to keep them hydrated throughout the day. By providing a balanced and varied lunch box, we can help children develop healthy eating habits, support their growth and development, and ensure they have the energy they need to enjoy their day at school.