School Lunches

We have got a fantastic team of kitchen staff who work hard to make a tasty and balanced, two-course meal on the premises every day. Our school meal menu works on a 3-week cycle.

All children, reception to year 6, use a band menu system. This system ensures every child receives the dinner of their choice. The class teachers will collate each child’s lunch choice during the morning register and at the start of the dinner service the children will receive a colour band indicating their menu choice. If a child is a  vegetarian or have a specific dietary requirement, then a meal option as close to their choice will be available. 

Fresh fruit and vegetables are available everyday.

Further information:

Free school meals

Many of our families could get Free School Meals but do not claim for them; your child may be entitled to Free School Meals if you as the parent are in receipt of any of the following benefits:

  • Income Support
  • Jobseeker’s Allowance (income based)
  • Employment and Support Allowance
  • Support under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • Guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
  • Child Tax Credit (but NOT Working Tax Credit)


Why claim?

  • Save hundreds of pounds per year
  • Extra funding for the school in the form of Pupil Premium
  • It’s your entitlement
  • No downside
  • Other pupils and parents will not know you are claiming

‘The tasty, nutritious meals are the best part.’

Pupil comments

‘In our school, the teachers are really great at teaching every subject across the curriculum. The dinner options are a bonus too!’

Pupil comments

‘School dinners are brilliant, and the kitchen staff are even nicer!’

Pupil comments

‘I love the science sessions because of the practical investigations.’

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‘I love maths and PE sessions because the teachers make them enjoyable.’

Pupil comments

‘Mallard Primary School offers a lot of learning opportunities. The teachers are always there to help when there is a student in need.’

Pupil comments

‘Mallard Primary School is a great school with plenty of opportunities. The staff are always keeping a close eye on the children to make them safe.’

Pupil comments

‘I can’t wait for the Year 6 residential trip. I am so excited for this experience!’

Pupil comments

‘In our school, there are great teachers, great lessons and great dinner options.’

Pupil comments

‘Our school is a great place to learn. Everyone in the school is amazing, kind and caring.’

Pupil comments

‘All lessons come with full explanations, and the teachers and support staff are there to help and answer any questions.’

Pupil comments

‘Explanations are clear and easy to understand. If your child attends this school, you are giving them the best chance. Mallard has given me everything I need to prepare me for my secondary years.’

Pupil comments

‘I like using the DT equipment like the wood cutting saws.’

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‘Our school has many positive aspects. The behaviour is outstanding; play-time includes a variety of activities; teachers in the school community offer help and support. This school shows how everyone is treated fairly, equally and this is why I come here!’

Pupil comments

‘Mallard Primary School is the school to choose because the teachers make learning fun (as possible). Additonally, you have many opportunities like signing up for Pupil Parliament, and a range of after-school clubs.’

Pupil comments

‘This is an amazing school: really kind and caring teachers; amazing learning opportunities; lots of help if you neeedd it! There is a range of topics to learn, which are taught to you in fun and easy ways. Mallard Primary School is a really good option for anyone looking for a new school.’

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