Nutrition

Good eating habits begin in early childhood and attitudes and habits are often set and carried out throughout life.

At Lighthouse Child Care a qualified cook plans and prepares nutritious, balanced and interesting meals and snacks for the children. The menus include food from the 5 food groups, taking into account consideration Australian Dietary Guidelines recommended by the NSW Department of Health.

Food is planned around low sugar, salt and fat intakes and limited in food colourings and additives. Fresh food is given preference to processed foods. Full cream milk, diluted juice and water are the only drinks offered to children.

Special dietary requirements are catered for.

“Sample Menu”