Balanced and freshly prepared daily
We at Little Star Day School believe that every child should have a healthy relationship with food as soon as they begin eating solid food. Our goal is for children to understand that healthy eating is simple, delicious and nourishing for their own bodies.
They should experience mealtimes as joyful and educational experiences where they can try and get to know different foods. Our school has been following the "Leichter Leben" concept for many years. This concept ensures that meals are balanced and age-appropriate. Children have the opportunity to get to know many different foods. The diverse offering makes children curious and encourages them to try new foods.
A balanced diet plays an important role in a child's development and growth. That's why we have created our menus in collaboration with nutrition experts according to the latest findings in nutritional science for children. Regular additions and adjustments ensure they remain current not only in terms of taste.
Our menus are balanced and prepared from fresh products. We avoid adding sugar and flavour enhancers. For preparation, we use unprocessed or minimally processed (organic) regional products wherever possible. Fruit and vegetables are always part of the meal.
Regular drinking is important. Every child has their own drinking vessel. Depending on age, this is a bottle, sippy cup or water bottle. Water bottles are accessible to children at all times. Our carers also ensure that children don't forget to drink throughout the day, as our carers set a good example and have their water bottles with them in the group.
We offer children water and cold or lukewarm tea as drinks.
Infants have their own "menu". Our Nappy Curriculum© provides that children have individual nutrition until their first birthday. For those children who are breastfed or bottle-fed, we offer our Little Star Bottle Bridge©. Our qualified specialists are happy to advise mothers who breastfeed or bottle-feed their child. You can learn more about our Little Star Bottle Bridge© programme here.
As soon as children begin eating solid food in the form of weaning foods, we discuss this with parents and prepare meals according to parental guidelines. Here too, our experts support parents with advice and practical help.
The daily menu is visible on the parent board in all schools. It's also shown on the Daily Report. If you have special dietary requirements due to allergies such as gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian or vegan, please contact our team and our cooks. They'll be happy to explain how we can implement your requirements for your child's wellbeing.
Finally: our schools are regularly inspected by our internal quality management and cantonal authorities. We're proud that we receive the highest rating for hygiene and quality in food processing. See for yourself! You'll find the confirmation on the parent board.