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Chesterfield KinderCare
Welcome to Chesterfield KinderCare
Welcome to Chesterfield KinderCare, located west of St. Louis in Missouri! We’re thrilled to be a part of your community, just minutes from the downtown area. We strive to create a positive and meaningful educational experience for all children. Each day, our team of dedicated teachers educates and nurtures our students and creates a warm and inviting environment for your family. It’s our mission to make you feel welcomed from the moment you walk into our center!
- Chesterfield KinderCare Programs
- Our Teachers
- Family Stories
- FAQs
AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED
We’re so proud!
Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited – nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference,
and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.
SCHOOL-READY
What Learning Looks Like
Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
Chesterfield KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our
centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with
you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant
classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and
ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s
because a lot is going on at this age.
When your child is wandering all over the
place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll
help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton
of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in
discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a
classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them
get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas
about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our
preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create
artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step:
kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and
writing displayed around the room.
Labels are everywhere to help kids connect
letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families
in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language,
math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Before- and After-School Programs (5–12 Years)
You can count on us to provide reliable care for your school-ager while you’re
at work, with safe transportation from our center to your child’s school and
back! Whether your child wants to start a drama club, build a volcano, or
create a comic book, they will have a place to follow their dreams. Your child
will start and end the day with a whole lot of fun!
School Break Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you
can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused
on fun.
We welcome children ages 5–12 during school break times and make sure they have a
sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.
Participating Child Care Aware Center
KinderCare partners with Child Care Aware® of America to offer fee assistance for
Active Duty military families and flexible support to fit their needs when care at a Child
Development Center on the installation is not available.
Learning Adventures – Enrichment Program
Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)
In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and
develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest
rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication,
and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!
Music Explorers™ (2 – 4 Years)
KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning
Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play
instruments, and even create their own tunes.
Our original curriculum blends math,
science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare
way of learning the foundations of music.
Phonics Adventures® (2 – 4 Years)
Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love
books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program.
From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters
and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who
attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we
have the data to prove it.)
Spanish
Spanish Adventures provides young learners with a foundation for later success with
the Spanish language. Music, games, children’s Spanish literature, and other tools give
children multiple opportunities to hear, practice, and see Spanish language to develop
vocabulary and conversation skills.
Curriculum includes lessons on greetings, numbers,
colors, animals, family, body parts, and pets, as well as how to engage conversationally
during common scenarios at home, a restaurant, or at the zoo.
STEM Innovators (3-8 Years)
You’ve probably heard a lot about how important STEM education is for your child, but
what does that really mean? Our STEM Innovators program takes kids’ natural ability to
make sense of the world and applies it to robotics, chemistry, coding, geology, and
more. While your child experiments, they’ll discover how to use technology to do
amazing things!
Our Teachers
We’re the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn’t enough though.
KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply,
we love our teachers and your child will, too.
Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!
A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH
An Artist’s Heart
“My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.
We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We’re so proud to have been named one of Gallup’s 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award.
When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience
an amazing place to learn and grow.
Family Stories
Don’t take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!
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“
The Chesterfield KinderCare is the best child care facility I have experienced.
The management staff of Center Director Darya and Assistant Director Tiffany takes time each day to talk with parents as they drop off the children in the morning and pick them up each afternoon. They know each parent and each child and address us personally. Their interactions extend past just the basic “hello” to a real connection. The management staff is a resource for help and guidance with child behavior issues. The teaching staff is superb. I have witnessed teachers going above and beyond their duties. Ms. Anjelena in the Infant Classroom made a huge impact on my son and helped him transition to the center. My son still talks about Ms. Anjelena and says that she is “wonderful.” My son’s Toddler Teacher, Ms. Jessica, has made learning fun by engaging the children in a wide variety of learning and sensory activities. She has personally purchased Christmas gifts, Easter gifts and birthday gifts. Her caring and generosity is cherished. Ms. Sandra is always holding the children and on the floor playing with them. But it’s not only my son’s teachers–all the teachers work tirelessly for the children at this center. Ms. Ruth in the Discovery Preschool Classroom takes time at home to work on projects for the next day’s lesson plan. Ms. Janet, Ms. Carlla, Ms. Terri, and Ms. Cynthia all know my son personally and tell me about things he does during the day. KinderCare Learning Center offers a solid foundation for children to learn and grow. I am very pleased and impressed with the organization.”
Sandy G. – KinderCare Parent
The management staff of Center Director Darya and Assistant Director Tiffany takes time each day to talk with parents as they drop off the children in the morning and pick them up each afternoon. They know each parent and each child and address us personally. Their interactions extend past just the basic “hello” to a real connection. The management staff is a resource for help and guidance with child behavior issues. The teaching staff is superb. I have witnessed teachers going above and beyond their duties. Ms. Anjelena in the Infant Classroom made a huge impact on my son and helped him transition to the center. My son still talks about Ms. Anjelena and says that she is “wonderful.” My son’s Toddler Teacher, Ms. Jessica, has made learning fun by engaging the children in a wide variety of learning and sensory activities. She has personally purchased Christmas gifts, Easter gifts and birthday gifts. Her caring and generosity is cherished. Ms. Sandra is always holding the children and on the floor playing with them.
But it’s not only my son’s teachers–all the teachers work tirelessly for the children at this center. Ms. Ruth in the Discovery Preschool Classroom takes time at home to work on projects for the next day’s lesson plan. Ms. Janet, Ms. Carlla, Ms. Terri, and Ms. Cynthia all know my son personally and tell me about things he does during the day. KinderCare Learning Center offers a solid foundation for children to learn and grow. I am very pleased and impressed with the organization.
Share Your Story
If you have a story about your experience at KinderCare,
please share your story with us
.
Who Are KinderCare Families?
They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life.
What our families have in common,
though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.
Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.
A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A
Home in Houston
Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure.
Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.
Do you offer part-time schedules at Chesterfield KinderCare?
Everybody’s schedule is different.
We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.
How does naptime work at Chesterfield KinderCare?
Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on “10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap” to learn more.
Do you support alternative diets?
We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds.
If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we’ll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.
Seaport KinderCare | Daycare, Preschool & Early Education in Boston, MA
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Welcome to Seaport KinderCare
Welcome to Seaport KinderCare, located near Boston’s Institute of Contemporary Art. From curriculum to teachers, our approach to early education inspires a love of learning. Our play-based curriculum is designed to teach the “whole” child by helping develop their cognitive, language, social-emotional, and creative abilities.
Everyone belongs in our circle—we love our families and meeting new friends!
Our new Seaport center hosted the Boston Mom’s Blog in an information session and tour! Center Director Joanna Siegal lead the event and answered questions for interested families. Get to know your new center!
Welcome to our new Seaport center! Our Center Director, Joanna Siegal, took Boston Moms Blog on a tour and answered questions to help families learn about our center. Click here to join them on a virtual tour!
Meet Joanna Siegal, Our Center Director
Meet Joanna Siegal! She is the Center Director at Seaport KinderCare in Boston, MA. Joanna holds a degree in Early Education. She has been with KinderCare since 2008, and before that, she taught at a private nursery school. Every day, Joanna looks forward to providing children with a nurturing learning environment. “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
” – Maya Angelou. Outside of work, Joanna enjoys hiking, going to the beach, and kayaking with her family.
- Seaport KinderCare Programs
- Our Teachers
- Family Stories
- FAQs
AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED
We’re so proud!
Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited – nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference,
and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.
SCHOOL-READY
What Learning Looks Like
Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
Seaport KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step.
Everyone at our
centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with
you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant
classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and
ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s
because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the
place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll
help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton
of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in
discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a
classroom.
Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them
get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas
about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our
preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create
artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step:
kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and
writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect
letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families
in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language,
math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Our Teachers
We’re the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent.
Being a great educator isn’t enough though.
KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply,
we love our teachers and your child will, too.
Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!
A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH
An Artist’s Heart
“My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.
We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We’re so proud to have been named one of Gallup’s 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award.
When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience
an amazing place to learn and grow.
Family Stories
Share Your Story
If you have a story about your experience at KinderCare,
please share your story with us
.
Who Are KinderCare Families?
They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common,
though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.
Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.
A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A
Home in Houston
Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure.
Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities.
Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.
Do you offer part-time schedules at Seaport KinderCare?
Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.
How does naptime work at Seaport KinderCare?
Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on “10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap” to learn more.
Do you support alternative diets?
We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds.
If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we’ll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.
10 day kindergarten menu, 10 day kindergarten menu DOW
10 day kindergarten menu, 10 day kindergarten menu DOW
|
Day 1 |
Proteins Nursery/garden |
Fats Nursery/garden |
Carbohydrates Nursery/garden |
Calories Nursery/garden |
|
Breakfast |
||||
|
1. – pic 12/15 – millet 12/15 – milk 100/130 – butter 4/5 – granulated sugar 5/5 |
0.78/0.97 1, 06/1, 26 3, 26/3, 59 0.01/0.02 – / – |
0, 11/0, 14 0.28/0.34 3, 52/3, 87 3, 17/3, 97 – / – |
8, 73/10, 92 7, 85/9, 81 4, 41/5, 73 0.01/0.02 4, 94/4, 94 |
40, 0/50, 0 38, 9/48, 6 64, 2/83, 5 22, 3/37, 1 20, 3/20, 3 |
|
2. Cocoa with milk: – cocoa ½ – milk 100/130 – granulated sugar10/13 |
0.2/0.4 3, 26/4, 24 – / – |
0.19/0.38 3, 52/3, 52 – / – |
0.38/0.76 4, 41/5, 73 11, 87/12, 86 |
4, 1/8, 2 164, 2/183, 5 48, 7/52, 7 |
|
3. – wheat bread 20/30 – cheese 10/12 |
1, 38/2, 07 1, 95/2, 3 |
0.13/0.2 2, 71/3, 25 |
9, 54/14, 31 0.34/0.41 |
46, 0/69, 0 34, 5\41, 4 |
|
Total for breakfast |
11, 83/14, 62 |
13, 31/16, 38 |
52, 49/65, 49 |
490, 6/594, 3 |
|
Lunch |
||||
|
1. Vegetable soup with green peas in chicken broth: – potatoes 50/60 – bow 8/10 – carrot 8/10 – green peas 10/20 – butter 2/3 – vegetable oil 2/2 |
0.7/0.84 0.16/0.2 0.08/0.10 0.49/0.98 0.01/0.01 – / – |
– / – – / – – / – – / – 1, 59/2, 38 1, 9/1, 9 |
9, 5/11, 4 0. 0.59/0.74 1, 03/2, 06 0.01/0.01 – / – |
41, 8/50, 2 3, 6/4, 5 2, 8/3, 5 6, 2/12, 4 22, 3/29, 7 17, 6/17, 6 |
|
2. Lazy cabbage rolls with tomato sauce: – meat 60/70 – cabbage 80/120 – egg 1/8 – butter 3/5 – bow 8/10 – fig 10/15 – flour 3/5 – tomato sauce 5/5 |
11, 4/13, 3 1, 15/1, 73 1, 16/1, 2 0.01/0.02 0.65/0.97 0.6/0.6 0.22/0.45 0, 2/0, 2 |
5, 67/6, 62 – / – – / – 2, 38/3, 97 0.09/0.14 0.57/0.57 0.02/0.04 – / – |
– / – 3, 61/5, 41 0.71/0.89 0.01/0.02 7, 28/10, 92 0. 1, 77/3, 53 0.88/0.88 |
99.5/116.1 19, 5/29, 3 3, 6/4, 5 22, 3/37, 1 33, 4/50, 0 7, 9/7, 9 8, 3/16, 6 4, 5/4, 5 |
|
3. Kissel: – kissel 10/15 – granulated sugar 8/10 |
– / – – / – |
– / – – / – |
9, 2/13, 8 7, 91/9, 98 |
36, 8/55, 2 32, 4/40, 6 |
|
4. Bread 30/60 |
1, 45/2, 9 |
0.25/0.5 |
12, 07/24, 14 |
57, 81/115, 6 |
|
Lunch total |
21, 97/26, 89 |
14, 03/17, 45 |
88, 65/112, 69 |
593, 23/731, 33 |
|
Snack |
||||
|
1. |
6, 52/6, 52 |
7, 04/7, 04 |
8, 82/8, 82 |
128, 4/128, 4 |
|
2. Bun 20/30 |
1, 38/2, 07 |
0, 13/0, 2 |
9, 54/14, 31 |
46, 0/69, 0 |
|
Total afternoon tea |
7, 9/9, 96 |
7, 17/7, 36 |
18, 36/32, 68 |
174, 4/243, 4 |
|
Dinner |
||||
|
1. Curd pudding with jelly sauce: – cottage cheese 120/170 – semolina 8/10 – egg 1/10 – kissel 15/20 – granulated sugar 5/5 – granulated sugar 3/3 |
17, 28/24, 48 0.76/0. – / – 0.48/0.48 – / – – / – |
20, 52/29, 07 0.06/0.07 – / – 0.47/0.47 – / – – / – |
1, 18/1, 67 5, 63/7, 04 4, 94/4, 94 0.02/0.02 13, 8/18, 4 3, 96/4, 94 |
265.5/377.6 26, 8/33, 4 20, 3/20, 3 6, 3/6, 3 55, 2/73, 6 16, 2/20, 3 |
|
2. Sweet lemon tea – tea 2/2 – granulated sugar 10/13 – lemon 7/10 |
– / – – / – 0.04/0.05 |
– / – – / – – / – |
– / – 9, 89/12, 86 0.65/0.93 |
– / – 40, 6/52, 7 2, 8/4, 0 |
|
3. Bun: – wheat bread 20/30 |
1, 38/2, 07 |
0. |
9, 57/14 |
46, 0/69, 0 |
|
Total for dinner |
19, 9/27, 98 |
21, 18/29, 8 |
48, 96/68, 78 |
476.9/653, 2 |
|
Total per day |
56, 91 |
59, 26/54, 13 |
172, 78/240, 72 |
1534/2043 |
Druzhba porridge with milk and butter: 
Cheese roll 
71/0.89 
02/0.02 
Snowball 200/200
95 
13/0.2 Menu for kindergarten free download (.doc)
example of a weekly diet, calories and principles of preparation
Lilia Ostapenko
By Daily Baby
#nutrition
#kindergarten
Many of us remember the unique aroma of the kitchen that we met at the entrance to the kindergarten. Someone remembers with horror semolina porridge for breakfast, and someone is looking on the Internet for a recipe for a casserole or an omelet “like in kindergarten”.
Nutrition in preschool, children’s menu, dishes and products included in it is one of the concerns of parents who decide to send their child to a municipal kindergarten.
Kindergarten menu in any preschool institution in our country is strictly regulated by SanPiN norms. The main requirement for the menu is that food fully provides the growing body of the child with the nutrients necessary for the normal growth and development of the child. Making a kindergarten menu is a real science. After all, dishes for the children’s table should be not only tasty, but also healthy, give energy for the whole day.
Kindergarten menu principles
As mentioned above, the norms and principles by which the kindergarten menu is compiled are strictly regulated.
The daily diet for preschool children should be varied and include meat, fish, milk and dairy products, eggs, butter, vegetables and fruits, bread and cereals.
Exclusion of one or more food groups from children’s diet leads to the fact that children have a decrease in concentration and energy, they may get sick more often and complain of digestive problems.
Products are combined in such a way that dishes are not repeated within 10-20 days – the nutrition of preschoolers should be not only correct, but also varied. After all, there is nothing more boring than eating semolina porridge every day for breakfast.
Preschool cooks are not Michelin stars, and you need to understand that there will be no dishes from the restaurant menu in kindergarten. But there will be dishes tried for years and generations of pupils: cereals, casseroles, steam cutlets, soups. In addition, age characteristics are also taken into account when serving – for kids from the toddler group, pieces and portions will be smaller, and possible allergens, such as oranges, will be excluded from the menu.
The grocery list for the kindergarten menu is compiled in such a way that one group of products can easily replace another without losing calories. For example, a chicken can be replaced by a turkey, some vegetables can be replaced by others, and so on.
It is important to note that the diet of preschool children should not include canned food, pickled foods, meat from wild animals, dairy products with vegetable fats, carbonated drinks, fried and spicy foods.
Diet calorie content and age characteristics
The calorie content of meals in kindergartens directly depends on age. The calculation of caloric content is carried out for two groups: children 1.5-3 years old, and children 4-6 years old.
If for the first age group the calorie content is 1550 kcal, then children of the older age group of preschool educational institutions should receive at least 1900 kcal per day. It is important to note that all meals in kindergarten should contain up to 30% fat, up to 15% protein and up to 55% carbohydrates in the total value of the diet. These standards were developed by the Institute of Nutrition of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences.
Meals differ in their calorie content. Breakfast in kindergarten should be 25% of a child’s daily calorie requirement, depending on their age group. Lunch and afternoon snack are 40% and 15% respectively. Therefore, if a child has dinner at home, and not in a kindergarten, parents should create a menu for this meal so that the baby gets the remaining 20-25% of the calories he needs.
It is important to note that the dishes are recommended to be prepared just before they are consumed. Food that has stood for more than two hours is considered unsuitable for children’s cuisine.
According to current standards, the daily menu of the kindergarten should consist of 5 meals, and three meals should contain hot dishes, because healthy digestion and proper metabolism are impossible without hot food. Hot meals are required for all children who spend more than 4 hours a day in a preschool institution (whether municipal or private).
Also, according to pediatricians, a preschool child should eat every 4 hours. This important rule is also taken into account when compiling the menu in kindergartens. Below is an average meal schedule in preschool institutions:
- 8.30-9.00 — breakfast;
- 10.30-11.00 – second breakfast;
- 12.00-13.00 – lunch;
- 15.30-16.00 – afternoon tea;
- 17. 00-17.30 – dinner.
00-17.30 – dinner. Legal regulations and innovations
The director of the kindergarten can decide what foods and dishes to feed the children, but on condition that the new menu complies with the requirements, all documentation, and if the pupils of the kindergarten receive the calories necessary for their age. In addition, if desired, parents can familiarize themselves with the menu, which is compiled for at least 10 days. If questions or non-legal situations arise, parents have the right to seek advice from the regional Rospotrebnadzor.
The municipal kindergarten is supplied by the company that won the tender for the supply. However, each product that enters the kindergarten kitchen must have a quality certificate, all necessary invoices and veterinary certificates.
At the moment (since January 2021), a number of changes have come into force in the organization of the menu in kindergartens. There are more than 15 changes in SanPiN 2.
3 / 2.4.3590-20, and one of the most important is that now the child can be fed food from home, and the preschool educational institution should provide a place where food can be heated.
However, this does not mean that any preschooler can eat a burger instead of soup for lunch. This change was made mainly for children with allergies and is possible with the appropriate certificate.
Below you can find an approximate weekly kindergarten menu.
Monday:
Breakfast: semolina porridge with marmalade, long loaf with butter and cheese, tea with milk.
Second breakfast: peach juice.
Lunch: “Summer” salad (hot cucumber and tomato with green onions), canned pea soup, meatloaf with egg, macaroni, cherry compote, wheat bread.
Snack: milk, waffles.
Dinner: vegetable stew, “Royal” salad (beetroot with lemon), tea with sugar, rye bread.
Tuesday:
Breakfast: corn porridge “Solnyshko” with milk, long loaf with butter, cocoa with milk.
Second breakfast: apple
Lunch: radish and onion salad, m/b pickle with sour cream, beef goulash, complex side dish (mashed potatoes, fried cabbage), dried apricot compote, wheat bread
Snack: bifilux (fermented milk drink), Viennese bun.
Dinner: noodles (casserole) with cheese, tea with lemon, rye bread.
Wednesday:
Breakfast: oatmeal porridge with milk, apple, long loaf with butter and cheese, coffee drink with condensed milk.
Second breakfast: fruit.
Lunch: Cabbage salad (cabbage, onion), bean borscht with sour cream, pink salmon baked with vegetables, rice, cranberry jelly, rye bread.
Snack: tea with milk, marshmallows.
Dinner: sausage omelette, fresh fruit compote, wheat bread.
Thursday:
Breakfast: wheat porridge, long loaf with butter, cocoa with milk.
Second breakfast: juice.
Lunch: “Signor Tomato” salad, fish soup with greens, liver stroganoff in sour cream sauce, buckwheat, currant compote, wheat bread.