Each of our nurseries has an on-site chef with a strong understanding of nutrition, food hygiene and menu planning. Our menus follow a four-week rotation and are updated to reflect the seasons, with meals inspired by different cultures to help broaden children’s experiences of food from around the world.
We provide healthy meals for children with dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and allergy-aware options. Fresh fruit is served every day, and mealtimes are a social experience where children can enjoy colourful, inviting food in a calm and homely setting.
Our teams sit with the children at mealtimes and encourage them to explore new tastes, textures and healthy eating habits with confidence. We also create opportunities for scheduled baking activities, helping children learn more about food in a fun and engaging way.
All of our food processes are fully risk assessed. If your child has a food allergy or intolerance, we will cater for them safely.
Take a look at our 2026 menus, thoughtfully planned across a four-week rotation to give children a balanced variety of healthy meals, snacks and puddings. With a mix of familiar favourites and new tastes to explore, our menus are designed to make mealtimes enjoyable, nutritious and full of choice.
At Pixieland, we work with trusted food suppliers who meet high standards of food safety, quality and service. We review our suppliers regularly to make sure these standards are maintained, and we carefully assess the ingredients used in our nursery meals, including potential allergens, to support all dietary requirements and medical conditions safely.
Our chefs, nursery managers and compliance team carry out regular checks to maintain our high food safety standards. We are also inspected by the local council to ensure we meet all food safety regulations, and every one of our nurseries proudly holds a 5-star food hygiene rating. Nice when the important things are done properly.
Pixieland has a dedicated Catering Team with several years of experience. Each member of our team has worked as a chef in one of our nurseries and also has experience in the wider catering industry, bringing valuable knowledge to our food service. This includes everything from baby food preparation to allergen support.
Food prepared for specific diets, including vegetarian, vegan and religious requirements, is clearly labelled by our nursery chef before it is served in each room. At mealtimes, all children are closely supported and supervised by a member of staff. They are encouraged to feed themselves where appropriate, build confidence and independence, and take part in simple conversations about healthy food and positive eating habits. A key person in each nursery room also helps children with allergies and intolerances understand their individual diet from an early age.
We work closely with you to create a weaning programme that suits your child’s needs. This begins when your baby starts weaning, with guidance tailored to their age and stage of development. We will talk with you about when and how your baby should move from milk-based or pureed foods to more solid meals. This support continues until they are ready to move from purees to a wider family-style diet.
