School Meals
“Let your light shine.” Matthew 5:16
School meals at Broadbottom are provide by TOTALLY LOCAL COMPANY
At Totally Local Company, we are dedicated to nourishing children across Greater Manchester and beyond with delicious, balanced meals that support childrens growth and development.
We believe in a whole school approach, recognising that every child deserves access to high-quality, inclusive food options. Our carefully crafted menus cater to diverse dietary needs and preferences, ensuring that no child is left behind, and every meal promotes health and well-being.
With a team of expert staff specialised in nutrition and culinary excellence, we create a positive dining experience that enhances social connections and fosters a sense of community among students. Our commitment to exceptional catering services goes beyond just feeding children; we strive to bring everyone together through the shared enjoyment of wholesome meals. Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of children, one nutritious meal at a time
Order from home or mobile
Parents can order up to 9.30am on any given day or as far advance as whole term. Orders can be placed on a pc, laptop, tablet or smartphone
Menus
Totally Local Company offer a choice of menus per term, operating on a three-week cycle and served with a selection of healthy side dishes, bread and a well-stocked salad bar. (see the menus tab)
Pupil in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are entitled to a free school meal. Parents should still make a menu choice, which you will not be charged for if your child is in an eligible age group.
Click on the link below to go to the Totally Local Company website
School Catering | Totally Local Company
Food is ordered and paid for via Schools Grid. This system means that you choose the meals for your child and it is completely flexible. Meals can be ordered well in advance from the menu or on a daily basis up until 9.30am. Children can also alternate between packed lunches and cooked meals.
Packed lunches
If your child is on packed lunches please provide a healthy range of food for your child’s packed lunch and only include one small chocolate bar if absolutely necessary. Do not send in fizzy drinks.
Free School Meals
Free School Meals can be claimed by Parents or Guardians of pupil’s who receive income supprt. All claims will be processed by the Benefits Section at Tameside Council with the target date of 3 days.
What is the eligible income?
- Income Support
- JSA (Income Based)
- Guarantee Credit
- ESA – IR
- Child Tax Credit (but not working tax credit) provided the household income does not exceed £16,190 as assessed by HM Revenues and Customs.
Healthy Snacks in School
We participate in the National Fruit Scheme. This means that all children in Key Stage 1 have fruit or vegetables, free of charge, each day at morning play.
The National Fruit Scheme is not available for children in Key Stage 2 so children should bring fruit if they want to eat at morning break. No other snacks should be brought to school.
Drinking water is available in school. Each child has their own bottle of water in class available to them throughout the day. Fizzy drinks and juice are not allowed.