BECAUSE GOOD FOOD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We want every child to enjoy a healthy, nutritious hot meal at school every day, because we understand just how important this is to their learning and development.

From our family-run farm in the heart of Lincolnshire, we want to inspire children to make healthy, sustainable food choices that will make a real difference to them and the world around them now and in the future.

Our School Meals
Because We Care

BECAUSE WE CARE

We know what a difference a really good meal can make to a child. Every single person on our team is dedicated to making sure our food is prepared with care and tastes amazing.

Healthy Eating

HEALTHY EATING

Our recipes are all good-for-you family favourites, packed full of fresh, healthy ingredients from local growers that help support every child’s physical development and mental wellbeing.

Food Education

FOOD EDUCATION

From trying new foods to growing their own vegetables, we help children understand where their food comes from and the importance of making healthy, sustainable choices.

Sustainability

SUSTAINABILITY

We are committed to reducing our impact on the environment, from sourcing local produce and reducing food waste to using solar power and re-usable packaging.

DROP US A LINE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE FARM KITCHEN COOKING FOR YOUR SCHOOL

If you’ve ever wondered how we prepare and cook over 5000 school dinners fresh every day; where all our local produce comes from or how we guarantee our meals arrive piping hot and tasting delicious, then why not watch our short behind the scenes film….

Watch our film
  • We love the fact that the meals are consistently nutritious, fresh, colourful and well balanced with locally sourced ingredients. It is an added bonus for the local communities, that The Farm Kitchen support other local businesses whilst providing an excellent service.
    Holton le Clay Infant School
  • Winchelsea have worked with Farm Kitchen for at least ten years. They provide healthy hot meals which make a big difference to our children’s school day. Meatballs are a big favourite! Their various other campaigns are fantastic and we have linked growing our own vegetables to cooking and eating them too.
    Winchelsea Primary School
  • Tonight my 5 year old told me how delicious his lunch was and that he cleared every bit of his plate up!! Is there any chance that the recipe can be shared so I can add it to our family meals?
    Gemma - Mum at Kidgate Primary
  • The majority of our pupils enjoy their school lunches, which can be summed up by a quote from one of our pupils - 'The roast is as good as Granny’s'.
    Donington-on-Bain Primary School
  • The Farm Kitchen have encouraged our children to investigate and enjoy different vegetables and the competitions and theme days are a big favourite. The relationship between Farm Kitchen and the school is strongly developed to ensure that the provision evolves and strengthens continually.
    Winchelsea Primary School
  • Most days my son comes home and raves about his school lunch - lasagne that's as good as mine, he says! It’s just really reassuring to know he’s eating so well, while he’s at school. Thank you.
    Jenny - Mum at St Gilbert's
  • Thanks for all your fabulous help with our Mothers' Day celebrations today - your lady who helped in the kitchen was a real star. Please pass our BIG THANKS to all.
    Castor Church of England Primary School

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