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Food

Prepared fresh in our nursery kitchens, every day

Nursery food

Through carefully curated, termly menus, we offer balanced meals and snacks to support a child’s developmental needs. Young minds and bodies are nourished with sustainably-sourced and seasonal ingredients to bring children variation and taste.

All our nurseries have on-site Chefs who prepare and cook fresh meals every day, aligning with the Early Years Guidelines, endorsed by the Department for Education and Public Health England.

We serve children breakfast, a two-course lunch and dinner, plus morning and afternoon snacks - even our families are known to ask for seconds!

We work alongside families to support them with alternatives for allergies, intolerances, and cultural preferences.

Under 2s Menu Over 2s Menu

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Delicious, nutritious, and made with care

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Fresh food, prepared at the nursery

Every meal is wholesome, nutritionally rich, and prepared on-site by our very own Chefs. We only cook with fresh and natural ingredients, and these are delivered on a daily and weekly basis. To ensure your child receives the very best, our recipes do not contain processed foods and we operate nut-free.

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Balanced nutrition

Our menus are crafted to support healthy growth while introducing a wide range of foods to offer both texture and taste. Our in-house food team analyses the nutritional composition of every recipe to meet government guidelines - because we want your child’s meals to be both delicious and nutritious!

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Allergies and cultural preferences

Working closely with families, we aim to ensure every child feels included at mealtimes. As soon as you enrol at N, your child’s allergy information is given to our chefs and recorded on your child’s N App profile. We also try to accommodate cultural preferences and offer vegan and vegetarian options.

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Choosing sustainability

We’ve made the decision at N not to serve red meat to support both children’s health and environmental sustainability. Instead, we offer a variety of nutrient-rich plant-based options, white meat and fish.

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Weaning marks an important transition in a child's growth and development, moving from exclusive milk feeding to eating solid foods.

Weaning readiness

At around six months, babies are learning lots of new cognitive, emotional and physical skills. With this new found curiosity and movement, it is the ideal time to introduce the concept of solid foods to build on these skills.

Approaches to weaning

Many families adopt a weaning method that best suits both their baby’s preferences and needs, and their lifestyle. Whether you choose baby-led weaning, spoon-fed weaning or a combination approach, we are happy to follow your lead from home and support you every step of the way.

N's weaning menu

Weaning is an exciting time of growth and exploration. We’ve custom-designed a weaning menu to help introduce new flavours and textures while nourishing your child. Flip through our N guide to weaning and dive into this new chapter.

The latest from N Kitchen

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Food

Toasted English muffins with chia raspberry jam and cinnamon cream cheese

A firm favourite with children, these toasted muffins are topped with Omega-3 rich chia raspberry jam and cinnamon cream cheese for a naturally sweet start to the day. Serves a family of 4.

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Banana pancakes with blackberry compote

To celebrate Pancake Day, we’ve created a simple, no-added-sugar recipe with fresh blackberry compote to help busy families enjoy a nutritious, fuss-free breakfast that children will love.

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Roasted pumpkin pasta

Bring a taste of autumn to your table with this roasted pumpkin pasta! Creamy, flavourful, and packed with seasonal goodness, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish the whole family will love. Perfect for a cosy weeknight dinner, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy pumpkin in a new and exciting way.

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Cacao & date balls

Fuel your family with these delicious, nutrient-dense cacao and date balls. Naturally sweetened and packed with goodness, they offer a healthy energy boost for those busy moments. They’re the perfect project for budding chefs too - children will love getting stuck in to help! Prep time: 15 minutes Makes: 12 to 15 bites

Easy-bake salmon with bulgar wheat and greens

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Easy-bake salmon with bulgur wheat and greens

Enjoy a fresh, fuss-free family meal with this easy-bake salmon served with bulgur wheat and greens! Packed with protein, fibre, and plenty of flavour, it’s a wholesome dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe brings together simple ingredients for a balanced meal everyone will love.

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Festive cranberry falafel

Add a seasonal twist to family mealtimes with these festive cranberry falafels! Packed with flavour, wholesome ingredients, and a hint of sweetness, they’re a fun and nutritious way to enjoy a cosy, festive meal together.

Roast turkey or tofu, roasted potato, carrot and parsnip medley with savoy cabbage and gravy

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Roast turkey with vegetable medley and gravy

The cold has crept in, and there’s nothing quite like the warmth of a hearty British roast to keep it at bay. Perfect for a family meal during the festive period, this recipe is packed with vegetables and can be made with tofu for those who don’t eat meat—healthy and delicious!

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Everything you need to know

Initially, your baby will only need a small amount of food alongside their usual milk feed as they will still receive the majority of their energy and nutrients from breast milk or infant formula. There’s no need to worry about the quantity they eat at this stage; the most important focus is helping them explore new tastes and textures. It’s all about letting them learn how to move solid foods around their mouths and swallow them effectively.

It’s also helpful to be aware of certain foods to avoid. For instance, refraining from adding sugar or salt to your baby’s food or cooking water is recommended. It’s important to remember that salty foods are not suitable for babies as they can be hard on their kidneys, and sugar may lead to tooth decay.

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