Healthy School Meals Built for Growing Primary Pupils

Fresh, balanced primary school meals designed around what younger children need to settle in, focus, and thrive.
Freshly prepared using quality Irish ingredients.

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Serving Primary Schools with Healthy, Nutritious Primary School Meals

Every Primary menu is reviewed by CORU-registered dietitians and portioned specifically for younger children; familiar favourites, gradual variety, and full allergen transparency.

Why Our Primary Meals Are Different

Designed Around Younger Appetites & Growing Confidence

✓ Age-appropriate portion sizes reviewed by a registered dietitian
✓ Familiar, child-friendly meals alongside gentle new flavours
✓ Full allergen & nutritional transparency on every meal
✓ Gluten-free and halal options available across the Primary menu
✓ Hot, freshly prepared meals delivered daily, ready to enjoy

Our South West production kitchen proudly serves Healthy School Meals across: Co. Clare, Co. Cork, Co. Kerry, Co. Laois, Co. Limerick, Co. Tipperary

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AIBF Accredited

Freshtoday is proud to be officially AIBF Accredited for 2025. A mark of trust that recognises our ongoing commitment to excellence and customer-focused service. Awarded by the All-Ireland Business Foundation, this accreditation highlights the high standards we deliver every day, from the quality and consistency of our meals to the strength of our partnerships with schools and communities across Ireland. It reflects not only the dedication of our team but also our mission to provide a service that families, schools, and communities can continue to rely on

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ISO22000 Accredited

Freshtoday is ISO 22000 certified, the global standard for food safety. This guarantees strict controls, full traceability, and the highest levels of quality and compliance in every meal we deliver.

Questions Primary Parents Ask Us

What portion sizes do Primary meals come in?

Every Primary meal is portioned specifically for younger children, reviewed by our registered dietitian to support energy and concentration through the school day.

My child is a fussy eater, will there be options?

Yes. Our rotating 5-day menu blends familiar favourites with gentle new flavours, and gluten-free and halal options are available across the range.

How are allergens managed for Primary pupils?

Every meal carries full nutritional and allergen information, with clear labelling and kitchen procedures designed to reduce cross-contamination risk.

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School children playing football in coerver coaching branded bibs during a school sports activity sponsored by Freshtoday South West
Young GAA player with hurley and helmet fuelled by Freshtoday South West healthy school meals
Freshtoday South West team member with school children at a Freshtoday healthy school meals promotional stand
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Industry Leading School Meal Providers

From innovative menus to sustainable sourcing, Freshtoday continues to lead the way in shaping the future of school meals in Ireland.

Freshtoday South West team presenting a €5,000 cheque donation to AsIAm, Ireland's autism charity
Minister visiting a South West school observing students receiving their Freshtoday school meals
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Working Hand-in-Hand with Irish Growers

By sourcing locally whenever possible and choosing ingredients that are in season, we help reduce food miles while supporting local suppliers and communities. We also look further afield when needed, as local and Irish produce naturally has a limited seasonal range. This allows us to offer greater variety throughout the year while still prioritising quality, freshness and responsible sourcing.

For parents, this means peace of mind knowing their child’s school meals are made with wholesome, quality ingredients.

Explore Our Menus

Browse our wide range of healthy school meals in Ireland. Fresh, balanced, and dietitian-approved options give students the nutrition they need every day.

Partner With Us

Work with Freshtoday, Ireland’s trusted school meals provider. We partner with schools nationwide to deliver reliable, nutritious lunches that support learning and wellbeing.

Online Ordering

Easily pre-order school meals online through our simple system. Parents can choose from a variety of fresh, balanced lunches designed for every student’s needs.