Trusted by schools,
loved, tasted, approved
by children
Every child deserves to look forward to lunchtime. Book a call with one of our experts today to find out how to make your school meals great again.

schools have already partnered with apetito

delicious meals to choose from

years of education catering experience
Good nutrition matters. But it only makes a difference when children want to eat what is on their plate.
Our menus are developed by registered dietitians with children in mind, bringing together good nutrition, familiar favourites and flavours they enjoy.
Because the future of school food is not about choosing between nutrition and enjoyment. It is about bringing them together.
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How our delicious school meals are making a real difference in schools
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Researched across the board
Our latest research listened to school decision makers, parents and children to understand what really matters at mealtimes. And one finding stood out.
77% of children told us they feel hungry at mealtimes. Yet only 36% look forward to eating school meals.
We think there is an opportunity to change that.
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Confidence in every dish
Good school food should feel simple to deliver.
Our dietitians and Education team provide the expertise and practical support your team needs, helping you serve nutritious, appealing meals with confidence. -
Trusted across education
Over 350 education settings across England trust apetito to help make more of mealtimes.
That includes our growing partnership with West Sussex County Council, helping more schools give children meals they can look forward to.
Our customer experiences
Hear what some of our customers think about us and what a real difference we have made to their lunchtimes.
“The transition to using apetito for our school lunches has been remarkably smooth, thanks to the excellent support and professionalism of their staff.”
Callum Richards
Executive Headteacher, Carleton Rode & Forncett St Peter CEVA Primary Federation
“The pupils really enjoy the food, everyone now looks forward to lunchtime because apetito has given us a real range of consistent and tasty meals.”
Kate Hubbard
Business Manager - Dee Banks School
FAQ'S
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Can I try your school meals before becoming a customer?
Yes, we absolutely insist on it! We know our food speaks for itself, which is why we offer a free sample tasting session so you have an opportunity to try our food first.
Choose the tasting location that works best for you: your school, our visitor center, or a convenient off-site venue. Full details will be discussed over the phone prior to the tasting. During this time we can also discuss any equipment that may be required.
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How does your service work?
You'll be fully trained on how to use our service, from cooking the food to plate presentation, recording temperatures and portion control. We also provide best practice support to help with your menu planning.
Our simple online portal allows you to plan menus, review nutritional content and place your order with apetito. Once you’ve placed your order, we’ll deliver to you on an agreed day. On the day, our friendly team will deliver your meals for free – it’s that simple!
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How much does your service cost?
Naturally, the cost of our school meals service will depend on the size of your business. When you book in a tasting with us, we’ll listen to your needs and discuss the best way to partner with you, taking into account any budgets you have so you can get the most out of our service.
If you do decide to partner with us, we’ll then regularly check in to make sure you’re getting the most out of your budget while serving up meals your students will love.
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Can you support with allergens and intolerances?
We cater for many different dietary requirements including dairy, egg and wheat.
We work with every setting to create a school menu tailored to your school's needs. We try to keep meals at each sitting the same or similar for each child so no one feels left. That means there's no need for food envy!
We clearly highlight allergens at the point of ordering, as well as on the meal lid. This makes it as simple and obvious as possible to provide safe, healthy school meals for your pupils.
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How are your school meals delivered?
Food is delivered frozen in our own temperature-controlled vehicles. There is no charge for delivery, and one of our friendly delivery drivers will typically deliver your food order once a week. We can also give you a proof of temperature receipt on delivery.
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How do you prepare your school meals?
Each meal ingredient is selected by our team to ensure the best quality and taste. Our school meals are then prepared and cooked by our qualified on-site chefs, with direction from our in-house dietitian. Each meal is then frozen within an hour to lock in nutrition, freshness and flavour.
To prepare the meals in your school's kitchen, simply remove the meals you need from the freezer and follow the cooking instructions on the lid. Remove your meals from the oven, check the temperature, and serve!