Nutritional Resources
These nutritional resources are provided as a public guide and remain the intellectual property of the linked websites. They are valuable tools, and we wanted to share them for informational purposes. We have developed our own guides and training materials based on years of experience, legislative requirements, and guidance from Nutrition Australia.
Resource Articles
​Childcare Menu Planning Tool:
The ACT Nutrition Support Service provides a menu planning tool that guides users through steps like collecting suitable recipes and using a checklist to ensure meal requirements are met. It emphasises providing the necessary servings from each food group to meet 50% of daily requirements
Nutrition Services for Early Childhood:
Nutrition Australia offers a two-hour course designed for early childhood staff, covering topics such as nutrition concerns and requirements for children and infants, the Australian Dietary Guidelines, nutrition policy, and food hygiene. This course can help facilities meet National Quality Standard requirements.
Menu Planning Guidelines for Long Day Care:
These guidelines, based on the Australian Dietary Guidelines and the "Get Up & Grow" resources, specify the minimum number of servings from each food group that should be provided to children aged 1–5 years in long day care settings. They also offer recommendations for feeding infants under 12 months.
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