At Daisy’s Early Learning and Care, Southern River, food is part of how children feel safe, connected and ready to learn. Our mealtimes create calm moments of connection, helping children build lifelong healthy eating habits right from their early years.
Every meal and snack time at Daisy’s is unhurried and joyful. Children are encouraged to serve themselves, pour water and try new foods when they’re ready. These small moments teach big life skills, independence, coordination, patience and kindness, all while building a positive relationship with food. Our educators pay attention to each child’s individual needs. Some children love to chat while they eat, others enjoy quiet time. We respect every child’s rhythm to make mealtimes a calm and nurturing experience.
Nutritious, Balanced and Familiar Meals
Healthy eating in childcare begins with balance. At Daisy’s, our menus follow the Australian Government’s Get Up and Grow framework to ensure children receive nutritious, balanced meals every day.
Meals are made from fresh fruits, vegetables, wholegrains and quality proteins, giving children steady energy for play and learning. We also include familiar, comforting foods to help little ones feel secure and confident to explore new flavours. Over time, children begin to understand that healthy food makes them feel strong, focused and ready for fun.
Building Healthy Habits for Life
At Daisy’s, healthy habits grow through gentle repetition and encouragement. Children wash their hands before eating, learn to sit together, and enjoy conversations about food, all part of developing independence and self-care.
We see food as more than fuel. Talking about colours, textures and tastes builds language skills and curiosity. Sharing a laugh or trying something new creates confidence and joy.
Outdoor play also connects to our approach to wellbeing. Active movement helps children understand how healthy eating supports energy, growth and happiness.
Working in Partnership with Families
We know that healthy eating in early childhood is a team effort. Families play a vital role, and we value the trust they place in us to support their child’s nutrition and wellbeing.
Our educators work closely with families to align routines and preferences between home and care. When children see the same healthy messages in both environments, their confidence with food grows naturally. Simple routines at home, like eating together or letting children help prepare meals, make a big difference. They show children that food connects people and that healthy eating can be fun and enjoyable.
Healthy Eating is Part of Whole-Child Care
Healthy eating at Daisy’s Early Learning and Care is part of our wider commitment to supporting the whole child. Body, mind and heart.
Every part of our day, from mealtimes to playtime, encourages children to make choices, listen to their bodies and grow with confidence. These early experiences help shape lifelong habits of health, independence and connection.
If you’d like to see how our Southern River childcare centre supports children’s wellbeing through food, learning and play, we’d love to show you around. Book a tour today and discover how Daisy’s helps children grow, learn and thrive every day.
Come Visit Daisy’s
If you’re looking for early learning or childcare in Perth that’s focused on your child’s growth, we’d love to meet you.