Meals
We want every child to have enough energy for sport, learning and playing together.
Breakfast for early birds
At the request of parents, we are extending our menu with breakfast for children who arrive by 8:00 and do not manage a calm breakfast at home. Children start the day with a balanced, tasty breakfast made from quality ingredients.
As before, drinks are available throughout the day along with varied food including a mid-morning snack, lunch and an afternoon snack. We believe this addition will make mornings easier for many families and give children a relaxed start to the day.
How meals work at the Klubík
Meals at the Klubík are governed by the contract between the parent and the childcare provider. Children under one year of age cannot be given food by the provider – they always receive food brought in by their parent. For older children we can provide food (prepared by us or from a supplier), or serve food the parents have brought. A child is given food at the times when they are actually present at the Klubík – the service is flexible.
Lunches for the Kentíci
For children from 18 months we offer the option of ordering a hot lunch. Lunches are prepared from quality ingredients with children's nutrition in mind. Every day we offer a soup and two main course options. Orders are handled by our staff as agreed with parents.
Lunches are paid in advance. If a child is excused in time and does not come that day, the lunch is not charged. At the end of each month we settle up according to the lunches actually taken.
Eating habits in the youngest children
The first years of life are crucial for building a healthy relationship with food. When serving meals we follow these principles:
Children learn by imitation
Whatever they see in their parents or carers they will copy – the choice of food, table manners and pace. We lead by example.
Regularity yes, pressure no
We never force food. If a child refuses, we wait until the next meal. We do not offer sweets as a substitute.
Feeding means full attention
An adult is always present, watching the child and stepping in when needed – for example if there is any risk of choking.
We eat calmly
No television, phone or computer. A shared meal is a pleasant, focused time.
Solid food means sitting at the table
A child should sit while eating – ideally always in the same place.
Repetition is key
A child may refuse a new food up to 10 times before accepting it. Let's be patient.
We respect tiredness
A tired child may refuse food. If they fall asleep, that is fine – we offer the meal later.
Sensing their own needs
We do not answer every upset with food – that way a child learns to recognise what they really need.
What to pack for your little Kentík?
When preparing food for infants and toddlers it is important to think about freshness, simplicity and nutritional value.
Grains
Suitable: sugar-free porridge (rice, millet, buckwheat), pasta, rice, bulgur, corn, oat flakes, bread without salt, seeds or fillings.
Not suitable: salted sticks, sweet pastries, filled pastries, corn puffs as a regular item (occasionally only).
Vegetables and fruit
Suitable: seasonal, varied vegetables (boiled or steamed), fruit in smaller amounts – ideally only once vegetables have been introduced, a combination of raw and cooked.
Not suitable: overripe, rotting or mouldy pieces, fruit purées with added sugar.
Proteins
Suitable: lean meat (cooked and blended), boiled egg yolk, pulses (mashed or blended), unflavoured yoghurts and quark, fish carefully deboned.
Not suitable: cured meats, salty and flavoured cheeses, whole nuts (choking hazard).
Fats
Suitable: rapeseed and olive oil (added to the finished dish), butter, full-fat dairy products.
Not suitable: palm and coconut fat, fried food.
What does not belong in the backpack
Sweet drinks, juices and nectars · sweets, biscuits and flavoured dairy products · salty puffs and crisps · food past its use-by date.