School Meals – HCL (Hertfordshire Catering Limited)

At Bonneygrove and Millbrook Primary Federation, our school meals are provided by HCL – Hertfordshire Catering Limited, the county’s leading school catering provider.

HCL specialises in delivering freshly prepared, nutritious meals to primary schools across Hertfordshire, supporting children’s health, wellbeing and readiness to learn.

Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL): https://www.hcl.co.uk/

Healthy, Balanced School Meals

HCL menus are carefully planned to:

• Meet the Government’s School Food Standards

• Provide healthy, balanced meals

• Include fresh and seasonal ingredients

• Offer vegetarian options daily

• Cater for special dietary and medical needs

Meals are designed to promote healthy eating habits while still being enjoyable and child-friendly.

View the Current Menu

Parents and carers can view the latest school menu, including ingredients and allergen information, via the HCL online menu system:

HCL Online Menus: https://menus.hcl.co.uk/
Parents’ Menu Information: https://www.hcl.co.uk/parents/menu

Menus typically operate on a three-week cycle and include a range of hot meal choices and desserts.

Allergies and Special Diets

If your child has a diagnosed food allergy, intolerance or medical dietary requirement, please inform the school office as soon as possible. We will work closely with HCL to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.

HCL provides detailed allergen guidance and operates clear procedures for managing special diets safely.

Allergy and Special Diet Information: https://www.hcl.co.uk/allergy-overview
Parents Information: https://www.hcl.co.uk/parents

Free School Meals

Universal Infant Free School Meals

All children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are entitled to a free school meal under the Government’s Universal Infant Free School Meals scheme.

Income-Related Free School Meals

Families may also qualify for additional support depending on circumstances.

To check eligibility or apply:

Hertfordshire County Council – Free School Meals:
https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/schools-and-education/at-school/free-school-meals.aspx

Questions About School Meals

If you have any questions regarding school meals, ordering, payment, eligibility or dietary requirements, please contact:

Millbrook Primary School
Telephone: 01992 622975
Contact Us: https://www.millbrook.herts.sch.uk/contact-us

We are committed to ensuring every child has access to a safe, healthy and enjoyable lunchtime experience.