At Abracadabra Day Nursery all meals and snacks are prepared daily by our nursery chef and are well balanced, fresh and appetising. Our mealtimes are an opportunity for children to socialise together and they are encouraged to use cutlery. The older children are also given the encouragement and confidence to serve their own snacks and pour their own drinks.
Meal Times
We accommodate any dietary requirement your child has as well as parental preference, for example, children who are vegetarian or vegan. We encourage children to drink plenty of water throughout the day by having constant access to their water cups.
WK 1
| Meal | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Sausage Popeye Pie with Carrots | Fish Crumble with Mash and Peas | Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti and Broccoli | Chicken in Gravy with Roast Potatoes and Cabbage | Cottage Pie with Green Beans |
| Pudding | Rice Pudding | Whip | Jelly | Fruit Crumble and Ice Cream | Fresh Fruit |
| Tea | Tomato and Cheese Pasta | Vegetable Fingers and Beans | Toasted Sandwiches with Vegetable Sticks | Cheesy Mash and Spaghetti | Minestrone Soup with Bread |
| Pudding | Fresh Fruit | Fromage Frais | Bananas and Custard | Yoghurt | Fresh Fruit |
WK 2
| Meal | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Ham in Parsley Sauce with Carrots | Savoury Mince Casserole with Dumplings and Cabbage | Cowboy Sausage Casserole with Green Beans | Creamy Coconut Vegetable Curry with Rice and Naan Bread | Tuna and Sweet Corn Pasta Bake with Broccoli |
| Pudding | Fromage Frais | Fresh Fruit | Sponge Cake and Custard | Yoghurt | Fresh Fruit |
| Tea | Vegetable Soup and Bread | Cheese and Broccoli Pasta | Jacket Potatoes with Beans and Cheese | Cheese and Tomato Whirls | Homemade Sausage Rolls and Spaghetti |
| Pudding | Cake | Yoghurt | Fresh Fruit | Whip | Cake |
WK 3
| Meal | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Vegetable Dauphinous with Carrots | Beef Bolognaise with Pasta and Green Beans | Chicken Pie, Mash and Peas | Creamy Salmon Pasta with Broccoli | Sausages in Gravy with Root Veg Mash and Cabbage |
| Pudding | Bananas and Custard | Fresh Fruit | Fromage Frais | Fresh Fruit | Fruit Crumble and Custard |
| Tea | Cheesy Spaghetti on Toast | Fish Fingers and Beans | Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup with Bread | Pitta Bread, Cheese, Ham and Vegetable Sticks | Spicy Parsnip Pasta and Bread |
| Pudding | Fresh Fruit | Jelly | Fresh Fruit | Bananas and Custard | Fromage Frais |
WK 4
| Meal | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Mediterranean Tuna Pasta with Broccoli | Vegetable Lasagne with Green Beans | Shepherd’s Pie with Cabbage | Toad in the Hole with Mash, Carrots and Peas | Chicken and Leek Pasta with Carrots |
| Pudding | Fromage Frais | Sponge Cake and Custard | Fresh Fruit | Yoghurt | Fresh Fruit |
| Tea | Homemade Pizza with Salad | Pea and Ham Soup with Bread | Beans on Toast | Italian Tomato Soup with Bread | Cheese and Spinach Whirls with Spaghetti |
| Pudding | Fresh Fruit | Raisin Flapjack | Rice Pudding | Cake | Fromage Frais |
TESTIMONIALS
"We chose Abracadabra through recommendation and we haven't looked back. The staff are fantastic with helping our children gain confidence and knowledge."
"My daughter never wants to go home from the nursery - that says it all."
"Holly has always had a fun and full morning when I come to collect her. There always seems to have been plenty to keep her entertained and very imaginative activities undertaken. Her little sister is looking forward to joining the nursery next year."
"Like any parent, I was worried about leaving my 9-month-old daughter in nursery for the first time. I needn't have. Abracadabra staff made her so welcome and a year later when I peek through the window at home time, her playful smile is a testament that she has had a lovely day."
"A wonderful warm and friendly environment where children are free to choose what they want to do. Manners are encouraged, new skills learnt and a great stepping stone to first school."
"Zoe has been at Abracadabra since she was 9 months old. She is now 3 years and 8 months old. In this whole time I have not had one complaint about how the nursery is run. I look forward to collecting Zoe everyday and hearing about what she has done. She talks about the carers and other children with such fondness. My little girl is so confident and outgoing and I'm sure Abracadabra has a huge part to play in her personality."
"Zach loves coming to nursery to see all his friends. Since joining he has developed in many areas which we are thrilled with - thank you."
"Our son has been at Abracadabra for 2 months and he is loving it! My return to work has been easy knowing Finn is so happy and settled. Everyone is so friendly and the whole nursery feels so alive and happy."
"Abracadabra has seen our eldest daughter off to school and Ruby our youngest daughter thoroughly enjoys her morning sessions at Abracadabra - thanks to the fantastic team."
"Abracadabra is a fantastic nursery. As an employee of nearly 10 years and with our first born thriving, as a family we couldn't be happier and are looking forward to our future with Abracadabra."
"Milo loves coming into nursery. All the staff care for him and make sure he has a fun day whilst learning. Milo is always happy to go to nursery and we are truly grateful for everything the staff do to make his time safe, fun and educational."
"Abracadabra has helped Max to be a confident, happy boy. They have prepared him superbly for starting school. He has enjoyed attending immensely."
"We would thoroughly recommend Abracadabra. We appreciate the care and support given to our daughter and are so happy that we chose this nursery."
"All 3 of my children have loved Abracadabra. They have felt happy, safe and settled. Thank you for all that you do."
"Alfie is growing up into a very clever little boy, learning new things all the time, many of which come from nursery. Whenever we come to pick him up he is always happily playing, either in the garden or playroom."
"Harry has a great time at nursery. He loves the range of activities on offer and playing with new friends in pre-school. All of the staff are friendly and helpful and we know they take a genuine interest in the children's wellbeing."
"Since joining Abracadabra over 2 years ago, I have found the staff to be very helpful and caring. I have never experienced any problems with the care and learning development with Lillie and would recommend Abracadabra to any other mum looking for a friendly, homely environment for their child."
"I am really happy with Owen's progress at Abracadabra. He loves it there and when I go to pick him up he doesn't want to leave! Since starting there, he has really started to come out of himself and he really enjoys the interaction with the other children and staff. The activities are great and really varied and I really like the fact that the children are taken out on little outings. All in all it's a lovely, friendly nursery with a warm and lively atmosphere."