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Childcare Menu

Childcare Menu for healthy minds, active bodies and love for food!

Our Bee Healthy menu has been developed in partnership with experienced paediatric dietitians at ChildD, Busy Bees chefs, and experienced and sector-trained Busy Bees employees. They are based on the Australian Dietary Requirements for children and ensure that each day a child is provided with all the foods and beverages they need to meet their nutritional needs.

Taste, Learn & Grow

Every day we ensure your child receives 60% or more of their daily nutritional needs in our care.

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Healthy Meals Your Child Will Love

Your child deserves the best! You can be assured that your child is receiving the recommended nutritional intake for the day through the variety of meals and snacks offered daily at our centres. Download sample menus.

Our Favourite Recipes for Children

Sample some of our most popular recipe for your children below.

First Foods for Babies

Sample some of our homemade baby food recipes to support the transition to solids.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Bee Healthy menu, designed by paediatric dietitians, meets Australian Dietary Guidelines and provides balanced meals for children aged 6 months to 6 years, promoting healthy growth and development.

Yes, we offer alternatives for allergies or dietary needs, including vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free, egg free and Halal meals. It’s important to note that our childcare recipes do not include peanuts or tree nuts as they are not essential for growing children. 

For allergens beyond these common allergies, our Chefs will work with your family to develop alternative recipes that meet your child’s dietary needs whilst including as much variety as possible.

We provide 60% or more of your child’s daily nutritional needs, offering meals with a mix of protein, vegetables, fruits, whole grains and healthy fats.

We serve protein-rich foods like fish (1–2 times a week), lean meats, eggs, tofu and legumes.

The menu follows Australian Dietary Guidelines and includes age-appropriate portions of vegetables, fruits, proteins, whole grains, and dairy.

Babies under 12 months should avoid added sugars. We focus on naturally sweet foods like fruit and avoid added sugar in our meals for younger children.

“Brain food” includes nutrient-rich foods like fatty fish, eggs, whole grains, leafy vegetables, and fruit like berries, all supporting healthy brain development.

We offer age-appropriate purées, mashed foods, and small soft pieces to help babies transition to solids around 6 months.

We provide a variety of fresh fruit daily such as apples, bananas, berries and seasonal options.

Yes, we’re happy to accommodate your child’s preferences or dietary needs within our balanced menu.

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