Fresh and Healthy meals for nursery schools
Deli made dishes, cooked from scratch in our farm kitchen
Contact UsWhy nurseries choose us
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Made by Chefs
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Fresh Ingredients
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Reliable Delivery
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Prepared Safely
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Balanced Meals
Packed with goodness; supporting your little ones as they learn, play and grow
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Fresh and local
All meals are freshly handmade in our local farm kitchen using simple, honest ingredients from trusted and local suppliers. -
Allergen safe
Every child’s dietary requirements are carefully checked and followed, with clear labelling and consistent, safe kitchen processes. -
Weekly rotating menus
Our 4 weekly plan ensures each menu brings balance, variety and flavours children genuinely enjoy. -
Quality and convenience
Meals arrive ready to heat and serve, helping nurseries save time while still offering proper, wholesome food.
How it Works
Freshly prepared meals
Meals are handmade daily by our chefs to the highest standards
Delivered daily
Our professional team deliver meals straight to your nursery, ensuring they arrive fresh and on time
Heat and serve
Meals are simple to prepare - just heat and serve, giving little ones wholesome, tasty food with minimal fuss.
Our Food
Freshly prepared seasonal dishes, packed with flavour and goodness.
Cottage pie & vegetables
Cottage pie & vegetables
A comforting, homemade cottage pie made with British beef mince, soft vegetables and a smooth potato topping.
Slow-cooked to bring out natural flavours, this dish provides protein for growth, carbohydrates for energy, and a variety of vegetables to support a balanced diet.
Made fresh, with no added salt or artificial ingredients — just simple, familiar food children love.
Ingredients:
Potato, beef mince, carrot, peas, onions, gravy
Sweet potato & chickpea tikka masala
Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tikka Masala
A gently spiced, homemade tikka masala made with soft sweet potato, chickpeas and vegetables in a mild tomato and coconut sauce.
This dish provides plant based protein, fibre and slow release carbohydrates to support energy and healthy growth, with flavours carefully balanced for young children.
Ingredients:
Sweet potato, chickpeas, onion, red pepper, tomatoes, mild curry powder, coconut milk, basmati rice, naan bread
Halloumi & courgette pasta
Halloumi & courgette pasta
A comforting, homemade pasta dish made with soft macaroni, tender courgette and lightly grilled halloumi in a smooth tomato sauce.
This meal provides carbohydrates for energy, protein and calcium from halloumi to support growing bodies, and vegetables to help create a balanced plate.
Cooked fresh with simple ingredients and no added salt or artificial ingredients
Ingredients:
Macaroni, courgette, halloumi, tomato sauce
Spinach banana & chia seed loaf
Spinach banana & chia seed loaf
A softly baked, homemade loaf made with banana, spinach and chia seeds, creating a naturally sweet treat packed with goodness.
This loaf provides fibre, healthy fats and key nutrients to support digestion, energy and healthy development, while keeping flavours gentle and familiar for children.
Prepared fresh using simple ingredients, with no added salt or artificial ingredients , this is a nourishing snack children love.
Ingredients:
Baby spinach, chia seeds, banana, egg, Greek yoghurt, bicarbonate of soda, gluten free baking powder, gluten free plain flour
Example Menu
Monday
Homemade creamy tomato, tuna & sweetcorn pasta bake
LunchStrawberry & mandarin jelly
DessertDIY wraps - warm chicken, cheese, salad
DinnerFresh fruit/Humous with cucumber & carrot sticks
SnacksTuesday
Homemade sausage roll with sweet potato mash and broccoli
LunchHomemade jam sponge & custard
DessertBreaded fish fingers, herb wedges & peas
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade spinach, chia seed, banana loaf
SnacksWednesday
Homemade cheese & tomato panini pizza with vegetable sticks
LunchHomemade raisin & oatmeal cookie
DessertPork meatballs in tomato sauce with pasta
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade mac, cheese & broccoli squares
SnacksThursday
Homemade sweet potato, chickpea tikka masala, basmati rice & naan
LunchHomemade strawberry mousse
DessertHomemade beef lasagne with veg sticks
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade puff pastry cheese straws
SnacksFriday
Homemade bacon, leek & tomato pasta
LunchGreek yoghurt & fruit cocktail
DessertHomemade roast chicken & vegetable hotpot
DinnerFresh fruit/Rice crackers & veggie dip
SnacksMonday
Homemade chicken, leek & cream pasta
LunchHomemade sticky toffee pudding
DessertHomemade butternut & cheese risotto with garlic bread
DinnerFresh fruit/Apple flapjack
SnacksTuesday
Jacket potato with baked beans & cheese
LunchHomemade rice pudding with cinnamon
DessertHomemade cottage pie & peas
DinnerFresh fruit/Humous with cucumber & carrot sticks
SnacksWednesday
Homemade cod & salmon fishcake with veg & white sauce
LunchHomemade apple crumble
DessertHomemade baby butter chicken & cauliflower curry, basmati rice
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade sweet potato & banana slice
SnacksThursday
Homemade shepherd’s pie & broccoli
LunchHomemade mango mousse
DessertHomemade toad in the hole, mash, mixed vegetables & gravy
DinnerFresh fruit/Cheese & pineapple
SnacksFriday
Homemade beef & white bean chilli con carne & rice
LunchHomemade banana loaf & custard
DessertHomemade halloumi, tomato & courgette pasta bake
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade puff pastry cheese straws
SnacksMonday
Homemade cheese & tomato panini pizza with cucumber sticks
LunchHomemade raisin & oatmeal cookie
DessertHomemade chicken & vegetable stir fry with rice noodles
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade puff pastry cheese straws
SnacksTuesday
Homemade lamb tagine & couscous
LunchHomemade lemon sponge
DessertHomemade thai green curry & rice
DinnerFresh fruit/Humous & rice crackers
SnacksWednesday
Homemade cheese & tomato quiche, new potatoes & cucumber
LunchGreek yoghurt & apple slices
DessertHomemade fish pie with peas & broccoli
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade spinach, banana & chia loaf
SnacksThursday
Homemade beef & vegetable stew with mash
LunchHomemade strawberry mousse
DessertChicken tenders, herbed wedges & baked beans
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade mac, cheese & broccoli squares
SnacksFriday
Homemade chicken & vegetable hotpot
LunchHomemade carrot cake
DessertHomemade pea & ham carbonara
DinnerFresh fruit/Cucumber, carrot sticks & homemade veggie dip
SnacksMonday
Beef meatballs, carrots, tomato sauce with white rice
LunchHomemade pineapple upside down sponge
DessertJacket potato with baked beans & cheese
DinnerFresh fruit/Crumpet & butter
SnacksTuesday
Homemade sausage & vegetable casserole
LunchHomemade baked pear with greek yoghurt
DessertHomemade creamy tomato pasta with garlic bread
DinnerFresh fruit/Homemade puff pastry cheese straws
SnacksWednesday
Homemade BBQ marinated chicken with wedges & corn on the cob
LunchHomemade strawberry & mandarin jelly
DessertHomemade beef & white bean chilli con carne & rice
DinnerFresh fruit/Rice crackers & veggie dip
SnacksThursday
Homemade lamb & vegetable hotpot
LunchHomemade banana loaf & custard
DessertHomemade chicken, mushroom stroganoff, rice, & vegetables
DinnerFresh fruit/Cheese & pineapple
SnacksFriday
Homemade spaghetti bolognaise, vegetables & garlic bread
LunchHomemade chocolate chip cookie
DessertHomemade toad in the hole, vegetables & gravy
DinnerFresh fruit/Humous carrot & cucumber sticks
Snacks
Trusted by Nurseries
Danielle, Founder, Step Start Nurseries
Working with The Little Deli has made such a difference to our day to day running. The meals are simple, well thought through and genuinely suited to young children, which gives us real confidence in what we’re serving. Menus are clear, communication is straightforward and everything arrives exactly as expected, which takes a lot of pressure off our team. The meals feel wholesome without being overly complicated, and the children enjoy them. It’s reassuring to know that the food supports children’s development while still being familiar and appealing.
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