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The catering team at Teddington School is committed to providing nutritious school meals. We take an holistic approach to health and wellbeing, making lunchtime tasty, enjoyable and great value fo
r money.
We’ve partnered with Cucina, part of Impact Food Group, to bring modern, exciting dining experiences to our school.
Every day, students can enjoy freshly prepared food packed with flavour, variety, and choice - whether grabbing something quickly or sitting down to enjoy a hot meal with friends.
School meals are provided at all three serving points within the school. We run a daily breakfast club from 08:15, and lunch is served in two sittings to ensure every student has a pleasant experience. Students are encouraged to sit in the dining hall to eat during lunchtime and especially during inclement weather. There are a number of picnic benches for students to use if the weather is fine, and we encourage students to go outside for fresh air before returning to the classroom.
What’s On Offer?
Watch the video below to see everything your school restaurant has to offer.
Main Meals
Freshly cooked hot meals are served every day, including popular favourites such as roast dinners and pasta bakes. Each meal is served with vegetable sides and a dessert.
Grab & Go
Perfect for busy days – students can choose from wraps, salads, pasta pots and more. Everything is freshly made, easy to carry, and full of flavour.
Chill Deal
Our Chill Deal is a great-value cold meal option. Simply choose four chilled items marked with the Chill Deal logo for one set price. Pick from favourites likes rolls, yogurts, fruit pots and small home bakes – ideal for busy days.
StreetVibes – Made Your Way
StreetVibes brings a taste of the high street into the school restaurant, with bold flavours and a build-your-own style that puts students in charge. It’s all about choice, flavour and fun!
StreetVibes runs Tuesday to Thursday, with a different concept taking centre stage on alternating weeks. The idea stays simple every time:
- CHOOSE IT – pick a base, whether its rice, noodles or salad, we have a variety of bases to create the foundations of a delicious dish.
- ADD IT – add a protein such as grilled chicken, savoury beef or plant-based alternatives.
- TOP IT – personalise with toppings such as chilli or cool mayo.
With loads of combinations available each week, meals can be mixed and matched to suit every taste.
Naturally
Our Naturally range offers a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan-friendly options, including fresh salads, wraps, fruit pots, and baked snacks – perfect if you’re looking to try more plant-based choices.
More than just lunchtime!
Breakfast
Start your day the right way with a tasty breakfast! Choose from toast and spreads, croissants, cereal, pancakes with syrup, or a free porridge breakfast. With plenty of options, there’s something for everyone to fuel up and get ready for the day ahead.
Breaktime – PowerBites
PowerBites are smaller portions of popular favourites packed with energy, perfect for keeping you going through the day. Available as snack pots at breaktime for just £1.35 each, they’re ideal when you need a quick pick-me-up.
After School
Hungry after school? Look out for after-school snacks available in your canteen – great to enjoy before clubs, revision sessions, or sports practice.
Free School Meals
Free School Meals (FSM) make it easy for everyone to enjoy healthy, tasty food at school every day.
If eligible, the allowance is added automatically to the student’s account, so meals can be chosen just like everyone else — no separate queue, no extra steps at the till.
With Free School Meals, there’s plenty to enjoy:
- A hot main meal and dessert of the day, or
- A mix of StreetVibes and Chill Deal options
- Breakfast and breaktime items are also available within the FSM allowance, so you don’t miss out
- Lots of other tasty options
Find out if you’re eligible and apply here.
Allergen Safety
All our dishes include full ingredient and allergen information, and all pre-packaged items are clearly labelled with the 14 major allergens. An allergen matrix is available at the serving point so students can check choices quickly and easily.
We also have strict procedures in place to prevent cross-contamination, ensuring food is prepared safely. For anyone requiring more information or support, our friendly Allergen Buddies are always on hand to answer questions.
Theme Days & Specials
We love bringing extra fun into the restaurant. Look out for monthly theme days and special menus celebrating cultural events, festive occasions, and global flavours — from Christmas lunches and Chinese New Year to sporty specials and exam-season treats.
Our Food Values – Eat Well, Live Well
We’re proud to serve food that’s nutritious and kinder to the planet. Our menus are built around:
- Sustainability-conscious sourcing, including:
- MSC- or MCS-certified fish for Fish & Chip Fridays
- RSPCA-assured free-range eggs
- Red Tractor British milk
- Fairtrade or Rainforest Alliance-certified coffee
- UK-sourced baking potatoes
- Smart nutrition, including fibre-enriched breads and sweet bakes — helping reduce over 3.5 million sugar cubes across our bakery range
- Food for everyone, with options for all dietary needs, halal menus where required, and clear allergen labelling
- Student-first promise — trying something new? If you don’t like it, we’ll refund it. No questions asked.
Got Feedback?
We’re always listening. Whether it’s a menu suggestion or to give a shout out to a favourite dish, we’d love to hear from you via hello@impactfood.co.uk.
Free School Meals (FSM)
Students eligible for free school meals automatically have their account credited each day, and they can use this allowance at anytime during the day up to the value of £2.75. The system is “invisible”, so students are not aware who is claiming a free school meal. Parents can top up these accounts via ParentPay if they want their child to be able to spend more than the free school meal allowance or to make purchases at times other than lunchtime.
Provision of food in the middle of the day will be given free of charge to a student whose familiy are in receipt of:
- Universal Credit with an annual net earned income of no more than £7,400
- Income support
- Income based Jobseeker's Allowance (IBJSA)
- Income related Employment and Support Allowance (IRESA)
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- The guarantee element of Pension Credit
- Child Tax Credit (with no Working Tax Credit) with an annual gross income of no more than £16,190, as assessed by HMRC
- Working Tax Credit run-on (paid for the four weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
Ways to Purchase Food at Teddington School
We offer two convenient methods for students to purchase food in the canteen:
1. Fingerprint Scanning (Recommended)
Students can purchase food by scanning their fingerprint at the tills. This method is secure, fast, and removes the need for physical cards.
If you did not consent to your child’s fingerprint being scanned when they joined the school and would like to update your consent, please email us at info@teddingtonschool.org to request this change.
To have the biometric registered, your child will need to visit the school restaurant or food service station after 15:00, where our kitchen staff will be happy to assist.
2. Lunch Card
Students can also use their lunch card to pay for their meals quickly and easily. The lunch card is linked to their ParentPay account, allowing for a seamless, cashless transaction. More information on this can be found here.
Both methods of purchasing food are linked to your child’s ParentPay account. If you have any further questions or require support, please contact the school office.
