Universal free school meals
Universal free school meals has now been extended to include all primary 6 and primary 7 pupils, meaning that all primary pupils in East Ayrshire are now entitled to free school meals.
Food support
We recognise that money can be tight and access to fresh food can be challenging.
There are community organisations supported by us that can provide guidance and support.
School meals menus
School meals menus run on a three weekly cycle. Please see our school meals weekly rotation schedule or contact the school's Catering Manager to find out what week your child's school is on.
We continue to use organic, local and seasonal produce.
Please also note:
- all our main meals/snacks are served with two fresh seasonal vegetables/fresh salad and a piece of fruit
- every day we offer a sandwich option, yoghurt and fresh fruit
Menus and allergen information:
Special dietary requirements
If your child has any special dietary requirements or allergies please contact the school’s catering manager in the first instance.
Price of a school meal
In August 2023 we introduced the School Meal Deal for children and young people who pay for their school meals. This meal deal continued in to the 2024-25 school year, and will continue again for the 2025-26 school year.
Primary schools
Due to the introduction of universal free school meals for primary 6 and 7 pupils, there is no cost for primary school meals.
Secondary schools
Within our secondary schools, the School Meal Deal will be £1.25 for young people who pay for their school meals. Choose from:
- main meal
- deli option
- pizza/burger
- pasta/noodle/rice pot
Plus:
- 250ml carton of water
- a piece of fresh fruit
- soup or a yoghurt or a healthy biscuit or an additional piece of fruit
All other items are not included in the School Meal Deal and will be charged at full price.
Secondary school full price list
Price list
| Item | Cost |
|---|
| Morning roll and chicken sausages |
£1.40 |
| Morning roll and scrambled egg |
£1.20 |
| Cheese quesadilla |
£1.25 |
| Spicy cheese quesadilla |
£1.25 |
| Rollover hot dog |
£2.50 |
| Buttered toast – two slices |
£0.60 |
| Soup of the day |
£0.70 |
| Soup of the day and roll |
£1.00 |
| Healthy muffin or home baking |
£0.70 |
| Healthy cookie |
£0.70 |
| Crisps |
£0.85 |
| Popcorn slightly salted (20g) |
£0.85 |
| Canned drinks (330ml) |
£0.95 |
| Rubicon drinks (500ml) |
£1.00 |
| Bottled water (500ml) |
£0.90 |
| Radnor splash carton (250ml) |
£0.70 |
| Tropical ice slush drink |
£1.00 |
| Iced coffee |
£1.20 |
| Hot drinks |
£0.80 |
| Fruit pot |
£0.90 |
| Piece of fruit |
£0.65 |
| Dessert |
£0.70 |
Nutritional standards for food and drink in schools
From 8 April 2021, changes were implemented by the Scottish Government to the Nutritional Requirements for Food and Drink in Schools (Scotland) Regulations.
Find out more on our nutritional standards for food and drink in schools page.
Food for life served here award
We are the longest-standing Food for Life Served Here gold award holder in the UK.
Find out more about the Food for Life Served Here award.
Menu development groups
Every year we hold menu development sessions with parents and school catering staff to help decide what will be on the following year's menus. If you are interested in attending one of these events please get in touch.