Suggested Snacks

Important Notes:

• This is a partial list and is subject to change at any time.
• Although Eliot Chapel Nursery School carefully compiled this list, the school cannot guarantee that a product is completely free of an allergen.  We encourage parents of allergic children to conduct their own research on ingredients and manufacturing practices to ensure that products listed are safe for their children.
• Since most whole fruits (blueberries, etc.) need to be washed at home prior to serving, please be careful to avoid cross-contamination with peanuts, tree nuts and eggs.  Specifically, the produce should have no contact with the allergens, surfaces and packages need to be thoroughly washed before handling the fruit.  Unpackaged produce such as bananas should be in whole form.
• Any packaged snacks need to have the original ingredient list.
• We are unable to serve homemade food or food without the original package.
• In an effort to provide the children with healthy snacks, we encourage you to help us by bringing in healthy choices such as fruits, vegetables, whole grain crackers, cheese, yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, etc.  Suggestions for ‘special celebrations’ such as birthdays are listed on the back as well.
• We provide children with water throughout the day, and need your help in providing the healthy food for snacks.  Please check the snack policy in the handbook for further details.
• Part of eating healthy is providing age-appropriate servings for meals and snacks. For children ages 3-5 years, a fruit or vegetable serving for snack is 1/2 cup; a serving of whole grains (crackers, etc.) is 1/4 cup.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 314-821-0982.