Nutrition
Fueling active learners today, building healthy habits for life
Wholesome & Seasonal Nutrition
Our dedicated chefs create seasonal menus each week, which are shared on centre noticeboards and conveniently available through the OWNA app. Every menu is thoughtfully designed to offer variety and can be adapted to meet the unique needs of each child. Developed in collaboration with medical and paediatric nutrition specialists, our meals are aligned with Nutrition Australia’s national guidelines to support healthy growth and development.
Through our weekly rotating menu, Active Kids Group ensures the consistent use of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables. We are committed to catering for children with food allergies, dietary requirements, and cultural or religious preferences, providing safe and inclusive meal options for all.
Our nutrition approach is age-appropriate, with special attention given to children aged 0–2 years. All hard fruits and vegetables are gently parboiled, while meals and snacks are mashed or pureed as required. Additionally, new foods are only introduced once they have been offered at home on at least three occasions, ensuring both safety and familiarity for young children.
MONDAY
Breakfast
Classic Cereal Selection – Weetbix or High Fibre Rice Bran
Morning Tea
Fresh Watermelon & Crisp Apples with Freshly Baked Banana Bread (refined sugar free)
Lunch
Chicken & Basil Stir Fry with Seasonal Vegetables & Quinoa
Afternoon Tea
Pears & Kiwi with Cheese and Cucumber Wholemeal Wraps
Dinner/Late Snack
Moroccan Spiced Lamb with Cous Cous & Vegetables
TUESDAY
Breakfast
Classic Cereal Selection – Weetbix or High Fibre Rice Bran
Morning Tea
Juicy Pears & Pineapple with Freshly Baked Orange Tea Cake (refined sugar free)
Lunch
Hearty Lamb & Vegetable Casserole with Warm Wholemeal Pita (Vegetarian: Rustic Mixed Bean & Vegetable Casserole)
Afternoon Tea
Watermelon & Oranges with Freshly Baked Spinach and Feta Muffins
Dinner/Late Snack
Classic Beef Meatballs with Steamed Broccoli & Cauliflower
WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Classic Cereal Selection – Weetbix or High Fibre Rice Bran
Morning Tea
Honeydew & Oranges with Homemade Yoghurt, Oats & Berries
Lunch
Comforting Chicken & Sweet Corn Noodle Soup with Peas (Vegetarian: Tofu & Sweet Corn Noodle Soup)
Afternoon Tea
Fresh Apples & Strawberries with Homemade Mini Avocado Toast
Dinner/Late Snack
Lamb with Basmati Rice, Carrot, Sultanas & Cauliflower (Vegetarian: Four-Bean Mix with Basmati Rice, Carrot & Sultanas)
THURSDAY
Breakfast
Classic Cereal Selection – Weetbix or High Fibre Rice Bran
Morning Tea
Sweet Mandarins & Rockmelon with Freshly Baked Pumpkin Slice
Lunch
Mexican-Style Beef Burritos with Beans, Cucumber & Carrot (Vegetarian: Mexican Bean Burritos)
Afternoon Tea
Pineapple & Oranges with Freshly Baked Banana Muffins
Dinner/Late Snack
Tuna & Chickpea Risotto with Broccoli & Cauliflower
FRIDAY
Breakfast
Classic Cereal Selection – Weetbix or High Fibre Rice Bran
Morning Tea
Homemade Banana & Apple Coconut Yoghurt with Granola
Lunch
Velvety Pumpkin & Lentil Soup with Crusty Croutons (Vegetarian: same)
Afternoon Tea
Honeydew & Plums with Freshly Baked Spinach Fritters
Dinner/Late Snack
Butter Chicken with Red Capsicum & Fluffy Cous Cous
Breakfast
Classic Cereal Selection – Weetbix or High Fibre Rice Bran
Morning Tea
Fresh Watermelon & Crisp Apples with Freshly Baked Banana Bread (refined sugar free)
Lunch
Chicken & Basil Stir Fry with Seasonal Vegetables & Quinoa
Afternoon Tea
Pears & Kiwi with Cheese and Cucumber Wholemeal Wraps
Dinner/Late Snack
Moroccan Spiced Lamb with Cous Cous & Vegetables
Additional Resources for Menu Planning
In developing our service menus, we draw on a range of valuable resources to ensure quality, inclusivity, and compliance with best practice standards:
Ongoing Professional Development
AKG educators participate in Munch & Move menu planning training, keeping them up to date with the latest nutritional recommendations and practices.
Munch & Move Partnership
Enjoy total flexibility with our Casual Care Option. Enrol with no lock-in contract and book days as you need them, even at the last minute. Families with permanent enrolments can also add extra days outside their usual schedule, subject to availability.
Family and Child Input
We actively seek feedback from children and families, recognising their input as an essential part of shaping our menus.
Evidence-Based Guidelines
We incorporate trusted resources such as Get Up & Grow to support balanced and age-appropriate meal planning.