Catering

29 Apr 2024

We want Wellingtonians to leave the College understanding the importance of a healthy diet. We provide information to pupils frequently throughout all areas of the College about how to eat nutritiously, consciously and with balance.

School Lunches

At lunch time, pupils offered a balanced meal set from a range of options in our dining hall. We work closely with our caterers in order to provide nutritious, tasty options to our Wellingtonians. 

At standard, all pupils will take up the offer of school lunches. Special exceptions, however, may be made. Any reason for not being able to eat school lunches will require an official communication and permission from the pupil’s head of school. Food deliveries are never accepted and will be disposed of at the guard house on receipt.

Early Years pupils will have lunch in their own dining hall and lunch boxes are provided for pupils in Nursery and Reception. Healthy snacks are provided in addition to lunch. 
Pupils in years 1 and 2 eat in our second dining hall (Prep Canteen).
Pupils in year 3 -13 dine in our main dining hall with an additional dining hall (Senior Canteen) for pupils in year 10 - 13.

Snack Policy For Parents

We are committed to promoting a balanced diet which suits the needs of growing, active children and supports concentration and learning. Morning snack is a perfect opportunity to boost energy levels and to add nutrients to their diets. For those who choose to bring in their own snacks, we expect it to be low-in-sugar and nourishing. Please be aware that, for health reasons, the College maintains a nut-free environment. Foods containing nuts are not permitted on campus. Pupils in years 3 and older may bring their own snacks to eat when permitted during the school day.  These snacks must be healthy. There should be no chocolate bars, big bags of crisps or biscuits. Healthy drinks such as milk or water should be encouraged. 

Green Power Day

Once per month, we have a day dedicated to plant-based meals. We believe that reducing the quantity of meat in our diets reduces the strain the meat industry is placing on our planet. It also provides an opportunity for pupils to explore alternative vegetable dishes and cuisines they may not be inclined to try on a regular school day. This means we can reduce animal suffering, promote the benefits of vegetables and increase understanding of the environmental impact of the meat industry.

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Lunch Fee

The lunch fee can be paid annually, termly, via regular top-ups online or at the V&A Café on the first floor of building 5. For payments made on the school payment portal website, parents can also check balances and request an electronic fapiao. Upon payment, the requisite amount of credit will be registered onto the pupil’s school ID card.

Lunch Fee Table For 2023-2024

in RMB	Annual	Michaelmas	Lent	Summer
No. of lunches	180 days	72 days	53 days	55 days
Set menu (PN-Y2)	5,940	2,376	1,749	1,815
Set menu (Y3 and above)	6,300	2,520	1,855	1,925

Pupils must swipe their school ID cards for daily lunch. Pupils can also spend their credit to purchase snacks during morning break (Upper Prep pupils and above). Parents can check their child’s account balance using the online lunch payment system. Any credit remaining on the pupil’s ID card at the end of the academic year can be carried forward to the next academic year.

Lunch Options

The standard daily cost for lunch is RMB 33.00 for EYC and Pre-prep and 35.00 per day for Year 3 and above. One of the following lunch options be provided:

Western, Asian, Mediterranean or noodles set menus: one main course dish with meat or fish, vegetables and carbohydrate, one dessert/fresh fruit, one drink and access to the salad bar;
Customised sandwich set menu: one sandwich, one dessert/fresh fruit, one drink and access to the salad bar.

Food Committee

We have a food committee comprising parents and staff representatives. The food committee offers all parties the chance to give feedback directly to our catering service. They take regular surveys and act upon them. Pupils also get an opportunity to provide feedback via the student council.

Please contact your representative if you have any questions or suggestions for our next meeting: