We’re delighted to welcome your school to Freshtoday! Whether you’re a school principal preparing to communicate this exciting news, or a parent wondering what to expect, this guide covers everything you need to know about getting started with Ireland’s leading school meals provider.
Who Are Freshtoday?
Freshtoday is Ireland’s leading provider of school meals, preparing and delivering over 80,000 meals every day for more than 15 years. From our state-of-the-art production kitchens in the Midlands and Dublin, we proudly serve more than 450 schools nationwide.
We are AIBF Accredited (2025) and hold ISO 22000 Certification, guaranteeing the highest standards of food safety, traceability, and quality at every stage of our service.
Wherever possible, we source fresh Irish produce from local growers. This supports local communities, reduces food miles, and ensures your child receives meals made with the freshest ingredients available.
Why You Can Trust Us
- Nutrition: Every meal is dietitian-approved, balanced, and designed to be both healthy and enjoyable for children.
- Safety: We meet the highest food safety standards with rigorous quality controls at every stage of preparation and delivery.
- Consistency: Reliable service means meals arrive on time, every time, and always to the same high standard you expect.
How to Order Meals for Your Child
Getting set up is quick and easy. Just follow these steps:
- Download the Freshtoday App or visit our online ordering portal at freshtoday.ie
- Log in using your school’s unique access code; you’ll find this on the App Login sheet sent home with your child.
- Default meals have already been placed for your child, so they will have lunch from day one, no stress!
- View and change orders anytime via the app at your convenience.
- Explore the full menu including allergen and nutritional details, and choose what your child eats with ease.
What’s on the Menu?
Our menu is designed with children in mind: nutritious, delicious, and always fresh.
- Hot & Wholesome: Nutritious meals made with fresh, locally sourced Irish ingredients every day.
- Child-Friendly Choices: Flavourful options that balance great taste with essential nutrition.
- Transparent & Trustworthy: Clear allergen labelling, full nutritional information, and a daily variety of dishes.
- Sustainable & Values-Driven: We use seasonal produce, source locally wherever possible, and work to minimise food waste, because good food should be good for the planet too.
Questions? We’re Here to Help
If anything is unclear, or if you need help with the app or your child’s meals, our friendly team is always on hand:
- Email: office@freshtoday.ie
- Phone (Longford): 043 334 7568
- Phone (Dublin): 01 969 6803
- Website: Visit our FAQ, nutritional & allergen information, and How to Order sections at freshtoday.ie
