Meals
Our menus are designed with student tastes in mind, while ensuring all meals are nutritious and fully compliant with government guidelines.
Cucina, our dedicated catering partner, serves a wide variety of fresh and balanced dishes each day – from hearty main meals to lighter ‘grab and go’ options such as sandwiches, wraps, and salad pots. The menus include familiar favourites alongside exciting new flavours, with regular themed and Celebration Days to keep things fresh and fun.
Menu
To learn more about Cucina and the exciting food options available, including our new Chill Deal and StreetVibes menus, click here to view our catering brochure.
Discover our delicious main menu below, crafted to balance flavor and nutrition.
You can view the full price list here.
Start the Day Right – Free Breakfast for All Students
We’re pleased to offer free porridge or slice of toast breakfasts to all students each morning. Packed with slow-releasing energy, porridge helps keep students full, focused, and ready to learn.
There’s also a range of affordable ‘Cheap Eats’ available from just £1.05 – including cereal, toast, croissants, pancakes, and more.
Click here to view our Free Breakfast information.
Free School Meals
Your child may be eligible for free school meals. Even if they choose not to take up the meals, applying is still important. For every student who is registered, the Academy receives additional funding – up to £1,300 per year – which helps us provide extra support such as tuition, resources, and tailored interventions. You can verify your eligibility here.
You can apply for free school meals if your child is in full time education and you receive any of the following benefits:
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Universal Credit (provided you have an annual net earned income of no more than £7,400 as assessed by earnings from up to three of your most recent assessment periods)
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Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
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Income Support
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Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
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Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
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Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
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The guarantee element of State Pension Credit
Cashless Payment
Pimlico Academy is a cashless school. We use a secure online system called 'Parent Pay,' which allows parents to access details of their child's financial activity. All food is paid for using this system.
To access the Parent Pay website, please click here.