At Forerunner, we’re proud to deliver high-quality, nutritious school lunches to primary schools in Bournemouth, Poole and the surrounding areas. Our service is designed to be efficient, reliable, and stress-free, ensuring children enjoy delicious, hot meals every day.
If you’re curious about how our process works, here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how we make lunchtime easier and more affordable for all.
1. Before Term: Menu Planning and Publishing
Before the start of each school term, we release our rolling three-week menu, carefully crafted to provide variety, nutrition, and delicious choices.
Three mains daily: Every day, students can choose from three main course options, ensuring there’s something to suit all tastes.
Allergen-friendly options: Each menu always includes a dish that is gluten, dairy, and egg-free.
Family favourites: Meals include hearty classics and wholesome options, such as a jacket potato dish available every day.
Parents can easily review the menu and ingredients to make the best choice for their children.
2. Start of Term: Simple Online Ordering for Parents
Parents use our online ordering portal to select meals for their children.
Plan ahead: We encourage parents to order for the entire term in advance, reducing the risk of missed deadlines or forgotten orders.
Weekly flexibility: Parents who prefer can still order for the following week, but they must do so by midnight on Monday of the previous week.
Allergens: we allow parents to discuss allergen requirements directly with us
This convenient system allows families to customise meals according to preferences and dietary needs. Payments, if required, are handled securely online.
3. Every Week: Freshly Prepared Meals, Delivered Daily
We prepare all meals fresh, using high-quality ingredients, and then freeze them to lock in freshness. This ensures every meal tastes great when served.
Each morning:
Our fleet of vans delivers the day’s meals to schools.
In some cases, our delivery drivers assist further by placing the meals directly into the oven and setting timers for perfect preparation.
To keep things tidy, our drivers also collect empty delivery boxes from the previous day, leaving the school kitchen team with less to worry about.
4. Every Day: Easy Prep and Serving
Upon delivery, the on-site school kitchen team follows clear preparation instructions provided by Forerunner. These instructions ensure:
Meals are heated to the right temperature.
Each dish is ready to be served hot and fresh for lunch.
Our process is designed to make life easier for school staff while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
Why Schools Love Forerunner
Our school meal delivery service is built on convenience, reliability, and quality:
Effortless setup: From online ordering to daily deliveries, we handle the hard work so schools can focus on their students.
Customised options: Parents can select meals tailored to their child’s dietary needs, including allergen-friendly options.
Fresh and tasty meals: Prepared with care, delivered with precision, and served hot for maximum satisfaction.
Great value for money: We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver consistently high quality, tasty and nutritious food, within tight school budgets.
Partner with Forerunner Today
Forerunner’s school lunch delivery service is trusted by Dorset schools to provide healthy, hot meals that children love.
Whether you’re a parent looking for a stress-free lunch solution or a school seeking a reliable meal provider, Forerunner is here to help.
Contact us today to bring Forerunner to your school.