Fresh & Seasonal
We source fresh, seasonal produce to deliver maximum flavour and nutrition in every meal.
Whole Ingredients
Wholegrains, lean proteins and plenty of vegetables form the foundation of every menu.
Inclusive Eating
Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free alternatives are always available for every child.
Chef-Prepared
Every meal is freshly prepared on-site by our qualified in-house chef, never pre-packaged.
Chef & Educator
Hi, I’m Ally — a qualified chef currently pursuing a Certificate III in Early Childhood Care. I bring a diverse range of experience, having worked in Outside School Hours care as well as in various kitchen environments, from takeaway shops to fine dining establishments.
At Mount Coolum Early Learning, I thoroughly enjoy preparing nutritious meals for the children and engaging with them in my role as an educator. Every dish is made with care, keeping both flavour and balanced nutrition front of mind.
Introducing Ally
“It’s a real privilege to introduce our Chef here at our centre. Her delicious meals and support as an educator mean a great deal to everyone here. We are truly grateful for her guidance in food safety, nutrition and the positive direction she continues to set for our cooking community.”
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Our Weekly Menus
A nutritionally balanced rotating menu, freshly prepared each day. Dietary alternatives are always available.
Week 1
Details
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Morning Tea
Fresh seasonal fruit, yogurt, Hummus & crackers
Assorted fruit, yogurt, Vita Wheats with assorted toppings
Mixed fruit platter, yogurt, frozen berries
Fruit Kebabs, yogurt, Raisin Bread
Fresh fruit, yogurt, Wholemeal Salad with cream cheese & tomato
Lunch
Assorted sandwiches & wraps
GF DF VE
Wholemeal vegetarian pasta
V VE DF GF available
Japanese chicken curry & rice
DF GF
Beef & Veggie Casserole, wholemeal dinner roll
DF GF
Chicken Korma, rice & naan bread
DF GF available
Afternoon Tea
Assorted fruit, corn thins with vegemite and/or cheese
Homemade Berry muffins & fresh fruit
DF V VE
Cheese, crackers, vegie sticks, fresh fruit
GF DF VE
Veggie platter, home-made French onion dip, crackers
GF DF VE
Fresh fruit & frozen yogurt
DF GF VE
Dietary Alt
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VE wholemeal veggie pasta
VE vegie & lentil casserole
VE veggie pie, topped with mash & peas
VE tomato & spinach pasta Bake
Week 2
Details
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Morning Tea
Fresh fruit, yogurt, rice cakes with cheese & vegemite
Assorted fruit, yogurt, frozen mango
Yogurt granola, frozen banana dipped in yogurt & granola
Mixed fruit, yogurt, cheese & crackers
Fresh fruit, yogurt, raisin bread
Lunch
Assorted wholemeal sandwiches
GF DF VE
Lamb Kofta with roast veg couscous & tzatziki
DF GF
Spaghetti bolognaise with hidden veggies
DF GF
Apricot chicken & rice
DF GF
Turkish Pizza Melt served with salad
DF GF VE
Afternoon Tea
Fresh fruit, homemade dip & crackers
Fresh fruit, homemade orange muffins
Wholemeal Banana slice, cinnamon & fresh fruit
Fresh fruit & bread, vegie platter, sticks & hummus
Fresh fruit, wholemeal pikelets with berries
Dietary Alt
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VE Mediterranean veg couscous
VE roast veggie bolognaise
VE sweet potato & lentil Korma
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Week 3
Details
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Morning Tea
Fresh seasonal fruit, Raisin Bread with nuttelex
Fruit, vegie & cheese platter with wholegrain crackers & yogurt
Mixed fruit platter, yogurt, Fresh dips & assorted crackers
Fruit Kebabs, yogurt, Corn thins with assorted spreads
Sliced banana, homemade custard, vita wheats with cheese & vegemite
Lunch
Assorted sandwiches & wraps
GF DF VE
Coconut chicken pasta
DF GF
Coconut chicken pasta
DF GF
Burrito Bowls (lettuce, tomato, beef, cheese & tortillas)
GF available
Chicken & vegetable fried rice
DF GF
Afternoon Tea
Fresh fruit, hummus & wholemeal crackers
GF DF VE
Mixed fruit with Banana Oat cookies
VE DF
Fresh fruit, wholemeal apple muffins
GF DF VE
Fresh fruit, cheese & vegetable muffins
GF DF VE
Fresh fruit, Cheese & crackers
DF GF VE
Dietary Alt
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VE coconut tofu pasta
VE vegie loaf with potato & vegies
VE 3 bean burrito bowls
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Week 4
Details
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Morning Tea
Fresh fruit, yogurt, Cruskits with cheese & spreads & mango & muesli
Assorted fruit, yogurt, frozen mango & muesli
Fruit & Vegetable platter with cheese & assorted crackers
Mixed fruit, yogurt, Wholemeal salad, cream cheese & tomato
Fresh fruit, yogurt, Raisin bread & GF available
Lunch
Assorted wholemeal sandwiches
GF DF VE
Tomato & spinach Pasta Bake
DF GF VE
Chicken Hot pot with sweet corn & baby carrots
DF GF
Beef & vegetable Lasagna
GF available
Pork meatballs, mash & vegetables
DF GF available
Afternoon Tea
Fresh fruit, vegie sticks & homemade dip
Fresh fruit, Savoury muffins
GF DF VE
Fresh fruit, Raspberry coconut slice
DF GF VE
Fresh fruit Date & cocoa bliss balls
DF GF
Fresh fruit & oat cakes
DF
Dietary Alt
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VE vegie & chickpea hot pot with sweet corn & carrots
VE Plant based vegetable Lasagna
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