We are delighted to be working with our fabulous catering partner, Bloom Community Kitchen. 

What makes this partnership particularly special is their commitment not only to providing high-quality, nutritious food, but also to education and community. They work closely with our children, giving them opportunities to grow food, develop practical skills, and take part in an ambitious food education programme.

Through this, our pupils gain a deeper understanding of where food comes from and begin to develop healthy habits that will last a lifetime.

Our Bloom Community Kitchen Food

Our menus are shaped by the seasons, allowing us to celebrate fresh produce when it is naturally at its most flavourful, vibrant and nutritious. Our produce mainly comes from the wonderful sellers at London’s famous New Covent Garden Market.

Our plant-forward approach sees kids eating lower fat dishes, with plenty of fibre and protein, all without compromising taste. We specialise in fortifying our dishes with additional vegetables, grains and seeds, boosting nutritional impact and variety.

The Super Salad Six is our daily self-serve salad offer, giving children the freedom to choose from a vibrant selection of fresh vegetables and seasonal salads. By putting choice in children’s hands in a low-pressure way, it helps build confidence, independence and a more positive relationship with healthy food.

All of our breads are baked in-house from a 50/50 wholemeal/white flour blend. We also fortify all of our breads and cakes with the addition of ground flaxseed for a wonderful omega-3 boost. We also like to blend in pumpkin, sunflower and chia seeds where we can for some tasty, crunchy nutritional elevation.

All of the meat we serve is halal, reflecting our commitment to providing food that is inclusive, respectful and suitable for the communities we serve.

At Dalmain, we often talk about the importance of motivation and purpose. Bloom Community Kitchen are committed to improving the futures of our children through their unique focus on food, education and community aligns beautifully with our own values.

Together, we can ensure all of Dalmain’s children truly flourish.

Please see their website for further details: www.bloom.kitchen

Autumn Menu 1

Autumn Menu 2

Autumn Menu 3

Ordering Food

There is a dedicated app to support communication and provide information about menus and meals. In addition, there are plenty of opportunities to meet with Phil and the Bloom Community Kitchen Team, ask questions, and discuss any individual dietary requirements or allergies.

School meals can be booked for the day, week, month or term. You have to 9am on the day to decide.

If your child is on a school trip you can choose a packed lunch from the trips and events page on their website.

Water is available in every classroom for children to drink when they become thirsty. Each child has a tumbler labelled with his/her name to drink out of, or can bring a bottle of water from home. We do not allow soft drinks in school. Only water is allowed.

Currently, the Mayor of London is funding free meals for all pupils from Reception - Year 6. All children in these year groups are entitled to a free meal.

Packed lunches should consist of sandwiches / pasta salad, fruit, raw vegetables and a healthy dessert. We ask that parents do not include chocolate bars as we encourage children to eat a healthy meal at lunchtime. Children are not allowed to bring sweets or nuts to school.

More guidance on a healthy packed lunch box can be found here.

Healthy Eating Policy

We encourage healthy eating as part of a whole-school initiative.  You can click here to read the school’s Healthy Eating Policy.