School Catering
Hot Lunch Programs for Schools
At Kidssentials, we specialize in hot lunch programs tailored for public, private, and Montessori schools. Tired of unbalanced meals and boring lunch options?Our commitment is to provide nutritious and kid-friendly meals that align with school lunch programs and health guidelines. Whether you need daily hot lunch service or are organizing a fundraising event, we’ve got you covered.
Our comprehensive snack service is perfect for before and after school programs, ensuring that students have access to healthy and satisfying snacks to fuel their day.
We proudly deliver our catering services directly to schools across the Greater Toronto Area, making it convenient for schools and ensuring freshness and quality in every meal. Our Kidssentials team caters to Schools, Montessori and Childcare Centers in the Kitchener-Waterloo and Greater Toronto Area which includes.
Halton Region (Halton Hills, Oakville, Burlington, Milton)
Peel Region (Brampton, Mississauga)
Toronto Region (City of Toronto, East York, North York, Etobicoke and York).
All our menus are thoughtfully prepared in accordance with PPM -150 Food Beverage Policy and the Canada Food Guide, ensuring that students receive balanced and nutritious meals.
At Kidssentials, we go beyond just providing hot lunch programs for schools; we actively support the school community by assisting with fundraising initiatives.
Our monthly and quarterly fundraising events, such as Fund Day Pancakes, are a hit among students and staff alike, adding an element of fun while raising funds for school projects and programs.
We contribute a portion of our revenue to support schools’ fundraising initiatives. We believe in giving back to the schools we serve, fostering a partnership that benefits the entire school community.
Choose Kidssentials for your school’s catering needs and experience the difference in quality, nutrition, and convenience.
Students Enjoy Nutritious Hot Lunches with Kidssentials
Our signature hot lunch programs for schools offer food for kids that children recognize and want to eat, ensuring excellent nutritional content and satisfying portion sizes.
Recognizing the diversity within schools, cultures and lifestyles, we are pleased to offer vegetarian, vegan & Halal options as part of our menu.
“Thank you so much. I now have two daughters taking advantage of your terrific program in two different schools. Well done on what you are doing. Nutritious and healthy choices are truly a gift to us “what do we pack this week” parents!”
Hot Lunch Programs for Schools Menu
Entrees
Finding nutritious entrees that appeal to kids’ tastes can be challenging? We’ve got a menu that’s both balanced and delicious.
Each Kidssentials entree is well portioned meeting the nutritional requirements of the PPM150. We offer a wide variety of meat and vegetarian options – including mixed entrees, pastas, rice based dishes, burritos, burgers, stews, chilis and wraps – to name but a few.
Healthy Snacks
Available as a side option, our “Healthy Snacks” may include your choice of fresh cut veggies & dip, in season fresh cut fruit, yogurt, side salads, and Kidssentials™ fresh baked cookies. Beverages offered may include chocolate milk, 100% pure juice, and drinkable yogurt.
Allergen Free Options
Childhood food allergies are on the rise; in order to meet the needs of this growing group, an allergen free item is available on each lunch date (gluten, egg, soy, dairy, seafood and sesame free). All of our food items are of course peanut & nut free.For those students with Diabetes, Kidssentials provides the net carb count beside each entree description.
Pricing
If your child attends a Kidssentials School, you can view your school’s menu & current pricing by logging in or creating your family account.
How to Order and Payment Options
Kidssentials meals are offered by pre-order only. Ordering is flexible, there is no commitment to order for all dates. What works best for you or your family?
Our online ordering system is easy to use and secure. From our login screen to the finalizing of your order, we will provide you with easy-to-follow steps to guide you through the process. You have the option of paying by credit card, mailing us a cheque, or sending an email money transfer.
Just follow the steps or call Kidssentials for assistance.
Flexible Cancellation & Order Change Policies
Concerned about last-minute changes or cancellations? Our policies provide flexibility to accommodate your needs.
Cancellations through our contact page may be made up until 8am sharp of the day you wish to cancel. For field trips, kindly notify us of your child’s absence as soon as you are informed of the field trip providing as much notice as possible. A credit will be applied to your account and automatically deducted from the next order you place. Changes to your order may be made with 2 business days’ notice.
Sign-In to Order
The Kidssentials online ordering system is easy to use and secure. From our login screen to finalizing your order, we will provide you with easy-to-follow steps to guide you through the process.
If your child attends a Kidssentials School, you can view your school’s menu & current pricing by logging in or creating your family account.
