What this looks like in practice

The setting consulted with staff and families to develop the policy and they are familiar with what it includes.
The setting shares and discusses the food policy with families when their children start and it is clearly displayed in the setting.
The food policy is reviewed at least once a year to monitor its progress and evaluate its impact.
The food policy is used to support other aspects of the children's learning, and the setting uses food in activities with the children.
The setting liaises with families about the timing of meals and snacks and how these fit with routines at home.
Families are informed of what their children have eaten while they are at the setting.
Families have the opportunity to give feedback about the meals and snacks on offer.
Children's voices are listened to when we are planning menus.
Families are encouraged to attend food events and breastfeeding is supported