Our current school menu and details about school meals

School dinner menus

Copies of our current menus can be viewed below. These menus comply with the school food standards 2015 and contain relevant allergen information.

Further information

Leicester schools follow strict guidelines set by the government when preparing food, providing children with a healthy tasty meal each school day. Copies of our current meal menus can be found at the bottom of this page.

Universal infant free school meals

Every maintained school in Leicester provides a 'universal free school meal' for pupils in reception, year 1 and year 2. This follows a recommendation in the school food plan which aims to increase the number of children reaching good food in schools which will have a positive impact on children.

Is my child entitled to free school meals?

If you think your child may be entitled to free school dinners, visit the link below to find out more:

How much do school meals cost?

A two course school meal costs just £2.65 for a child in Y3 - Y6. It is free to a child in Foundation Stage or KS1 (Universal Free Meal) or if you are entitled to Free School Meals. Meals meet the government guidelines for a healthy nutritious meal. 

How do I pay for my child's meal?

You can pay for your child's meal via Parentapp. If you need support with this please come into the office who can process card payments for you or give you a code to take to a payment counter. 

Can my child's school provide a vegetarian meal?

Yes, a healthy and tasty vegetarian option is available on a daily basis, our primary menus are based on a variety of dishes. 

Can my child's school provide multicultural meals?

The menu reflects the wider school community and includes dishes from a range of cultural backgrounds.  

Securing halal compliance

Our school meals are cooked at Linden Primary school by Leicestershire Traded Services. The meat supplier is registered with the HMC (Spicetime & Balti Company registered in Birmingham).  We do not serve any non-halal meats during Spinney Hill school meals, the other options are vegetarian or vegan meals.  This information is listed on each meal as parents order meals on the school payment system.

What is the policy on nut allergies?

We do not knowingly use any nut products or products derived from nuts in our kitchens. However we cannot guarantee that our food is free from nut products. If your child does suffer from a nut allergy or any other known allergies  please contact the school or Leicestershire Traded Services (https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools-colleges-and-academies/school-food ) and our dietician can create an appropriate menu.

My child is allergic to egg / wheat / dairy products

We would ask that you or your child ’s dietician contact Leicestershire Traded Services (https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools-colleges-and-academies/school-food )  with your child’s medical referral. We can then arrange for an appropriate menu for your child.