Nutrition at Creative Hands

Healthy food, Happy Children at Creative Hands

At Creative Hands Early Learning, we believe that good food fuels bright minds. That’s why we partner with Kids Gourmet Food (KGF) — Australia’s leading provider of nutritious meals for early learning services. Together, we ensure every child enjoys fresh, balanced, and delicious meals every day.

Meals made with care

Each day, our centres receive freshly prepared meals from KGF’s purpose-built commercial kitchen, created by a team of qualified chefs and dietitians. The menu rotates seasonally and includes:

  • Breakfast
  • Morning tea
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon tea
  • Late snack

Every dish is designed to meet Australian Dietary Guidelines, with an emphasis on variety, whole foods, and child-friendly flavours that make healthy eating fun.

Allergy-aware and inclusive

We understand that every child’s needs are different. KGF provides meals that are safe, allergy-aware, and tailored to individual requirements, including:

  • Dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free options
  • Vegetarian and vegan meals
  • Halal-certified menu items

Families can feel confident knowing that every meal is carefully labelled, portioned, and prepared under strict food safety and allergy management procedures.

Learning through food

Mealtimes are more than just eating — they’re moments of connection and learning.
Educators encourage children to:

  • Explore new flavours
  • Practice self-help skills, such as serving and pouring
  • Talk about food origins, colours, and textures
  • Share stories and conversation around the table

These everyday routines build confidence, social skills, and positive attitudes towards food.

Healthy habits for life

Our partnership with KGF helps children develop lifelong healthy habits through balanced, nutritious meals that support concentration, growth, and wellbeing.

We believe that when children eat well, they feel well — and that supports everything else they learn and do throughout the day.

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A shared commitment to wellbeing

All Creative Hands meals are:

  • Prepared and delivered daily under strict hygiene standards

  • Designed by nutritionists and approved by dietitians

  • Consistent with the National Quality Standard (NQS) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

We are proud to make nutrition a meaningful part of each child’s learning journey.

Experience the Creative Hands difference

Come and see how our focus on healthy food and mealtime learning supports children’s growth and wellbeing.

Call us on 03 8678 1445 or book a tour to learn more and secure your child’s place.

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    What is childcare nutrition and why is it important?

    Childcare nutrition refers to the balanced, age‑appropriate meals and snacks provided in early learning centres to support children’s growth, cognitive development, immune health, and energy levels throughout the day.

    What kind of food is offered in childcare menus?

    At Creative Hands, childcare menus include fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, dairy or alternatives, and healthy snacks. We also cater for special diets, allergies, halal and vegetarian preferences.

    How does Creative Hands plan childcare meals?

    Our menus are created with nutritionist‑informed guidelines to meet early childhood dietary standards, with varied flavours, textures, and food group balance to build positive eating habits from a young age.

    Are meals included in childcare fees?

    Yes. Meals and snacks — including breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack — are prepared on site and included as part of your child’s daily childcare experience.

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    How do educators support healthy eating?

    Educators model positive eating behaviours, encourage self‑feeding and meal participation, and use meals as learning opportunities to teach children about food groups, manners, and cultural connections.