Over 80% of our students access the school catering facilities at Our Lady Queen of Peace. Our Dining Room and Common Room catering facilities are run by a highly experienced team of cooks, led by our Chef and our Catering Manager.

We use a cashless system so that students who are eligible for free school meals are not identifiable from other students and the systems adds peace of mind for parents and students because they do not have to carry money around in school. This system also helps to ensure that students spend their money properly in school on our healthy range of food. 

Students accounts should be topped up in advance using the online ParentPay app. Parents / Carers can keep a track on what students are spending using our online payment system. It is important that accounts are kept in credit. Those experiencing financial difficulty should contact their child’s Learning Manager.

Our food is of an extremely high standard; this is why the uptake for school meals is so high. We source local produce for our meals and they are carefully prepared to meet nutritional regulations. Our team of staff is highly trained and our resident Chef has vast experience in the catering industry. They ensure that meals are appetising and they regularly review menus, taking into account student and staff preferences. We are proud of the standards achieved and many of our staff use this facility to order food for themselves and their families.

Breakfast

Breakfast is served between 8am and 8:25am each morning in both the Common Room and the Dining Room. A full range of food options is available, from fruit to toast and tea and coffee. All students are allowed a bagel each morning free of charge before the start of the school day.

Breaktime

During break, Year 11 can access our catering facilities via the Common Room and all other year groups use the Dining Room.  A full range of food and snacks is available for students to purchase.

Lunchtime

During lunch, we offer a selection of hot and cold meals, including a vegetarian option. There is a meal deal to keep costs down; this includes a hot meal, a drink and a desert for £2.10. In addition to hot food, we offer a range of salads and a deli, where students create their perfect sandwiches, wraps and paninis. A full range of healthy drinks and deserts is also available.

Special Dietary Requirements

If your child has special dietary requirements, you can contact our kitchen team directly.