Nutrition & Meal Times

Food shapes mood, behaviour, sleep and development.

At Circadian Nest, we keep meals simple, natural and calming — supporting healthy bodies and regulated nervous systems.

Our approach is built on three principles:

Real food. Calm environment. Consistent rhythm.

We offer healthy, low-ingredient foods such as:

Breakfast is unhurried and shared in a calm, family-style setting.

Afternoon snacks are light, nourishing and steady in energy.

Examples:

We avoid processed or sugary snacks to support mood and regulation.

Parents provide a healthy packed lunch each day.

We will share guidance to help you choose meals that support:

Please avoid:

We can reheat meals if required.

A predictable rhythm supports digestion, blood sugar balance and sleep.

Why this matters

Balanced, low-sugar, real food supports:

Mealtimes are also a chance for emotional connection and language development.

Children have access to fresh water all day.

Milk is offered at snack times.

We do not serve juice or sugary drinks.

We operate a strict no-nut policy across the nursery.

We work closely with parents to support individual dietary needs, cultural preferences or allergies.

All staff are trained in allergy awareness.

We believe nutrition is a partnership.

We’re always happy to support with lunchbox ideas, recipes and guidance tailored to your child.

Healthy food. Calm environment. Regulated children.