School meals

School menus and information for schools in the county borough.

Special ‘themed’ days are held throughout the year. These days are popular with children who enjoy trying different dishes from around the world, and the theme menu replaces the normal menu for the day. 

There are many benefits to children having a school lunch:

  • Meals are fresh, healthy, and nutritionally balanced.
  • Our menus are rich in fruit and vegetables. 
  • Convenience. There’s no need to prepare a packed lunch.
  • Boosting children’s brainpower. Studies have shown that children are more receptive in class if they have had a substantial lunchtime meal.
  • Children can learn how to make healthy meal choices.
  • Cafeterias let children relax in a safe, supervised environment with friends.
School meal

Primary School Meals

All primary school pupils in the county borough are now entitled to a universal primary free school meal. The scheme is part of the Welsh Government Universal Primary Free School Meals initiative.

Parents and carers of primary pupils are reminded that there is no need to complete an application, as pupils will automatically benefit from the provision.

Secondary School Meals

At secondary level pupils buy food in cafeterias.

The cafeterias are known as ‘Trackers’ and they offer great value for money. There are three food areas or ‘tracks’ to choose from the salad bar, lite bites and main meals.

There are also snacks available at the school's Wake up bars, during mid-morning break or from vending machines.

School catering staff

Our catering services are expanding- join our team!

This an exciting time to become a member of our catering services as we continue the roll-out of the Universal Primary Free School meals initiative to 51 schools across Bridgend County Borough.

Our staff are key to our services, and we’re pleased that they have been recognised for the outstanding service they provide to children across the county borough, including their 5-star hygiene rated kitchens, and winning nationwide awards.

Natasha's Law 2021

From 1 October 2021 new legislation known as Natasha’s Law came into force.  The new legislation applies to any food business that would provide pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) food including primary and secondary schools, universities and nurseries that provide food.

For food provided within a school setting, this means changes to labelling of sandwiches and baguettes only, as these are made and pre-packaged on the premises before the consumer orders them.  Allergenic ingredients must be emphasized within labelling list.

PPDS does not include food that is not in packaging.  Food placed into packaging or plated at the consumers request is not PPDS.

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