Primrose School Building

Primrose School of Urbandale

Our Balanced Menus

Good nutrition is a key part of our Healthy Bodies program that promotes healthy eating and an active lifestyle. We know that the right food at the right time not only boosts energy, but can elevate a child’s mood and thinking skills during a crucial development stage. That’s why each Primrose School is staffed with a chef who follows a balanced menu plan from our National Nutrition Expert to provide fresh meals and healthy snacks. It’s a vital feature of our Healthy Bodies Program, so you can rest assured that your little one is eating well throughout the day.

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Sample Menu

Here’s an example of some of the healthy and delicious meals and snacks that your child can enjoy during the day. For this week’s actual menu, please contact your school.

Breakfast

Oatmeal with diced apples

Whole grain oats are rich in immune-boosting minerals. Plus, they make for a hearty breakfast with crunchy diced apples.

A.M. Snack

Yogurt with
fruit and milk

Everyone knows oranges are rich in vitamin c, minerals and fiber, but did you know that oranges are also full of anti-oxidants?

Lunch

Chicken soft
tacos, seasoned
black beans, pineapples
and milk

Packed with protein, B-vitamins and soluble fiber, black beans are as nutritious as they are tasty with tacos.

P.M. Snack

Fresh vegetables
with hummus

Steamed baby carrots offer a big dose of antioxidants like beta-carotene that help support eyesight and strengthen the immune system.

Our Expert's Voice

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Ann Dunaway Teh

Licensed & Registered Dietitian

Eat to nourish, energize and flourish! is at the heart of Ann’s philosophy on nutrition. As a mother, avid cook and athlete, Ann recognizes that food is a key ingredient to a healthy, happy life.

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