Meals
Healthy Meals
ABCD Academy in Mount Prospect serves healthy, balanced meals and snacks to every enrolled child, every day.
On this page you will learn how meals work at ABCD, why nutrition matters in the early years, and how we handle allergies and dietary needs.
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Our Approach
to Meals
At ABCD Academy, meals are part of the daily program - planned with the same care as everything else we do.
- Organic ingredients whenever possible
- Balanced meals in age-appropriate portions
- Served on a consistent daily schedule
- Allergies and dietary needs respected
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Why Nutrition Matters in the Early Years
The first five years are a period of rapid growth and development. What children eat during this time supports their energy, focus, and overall well-being.
That is why we put care into every meal we serve: balanced, age-appropriate food that gives children the energy they need for a full day of learning and play.
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A Typical Day of Meals and Snacks at ABCD
Every child receives meals and snacks on a consistent daily schedule - age-appropriate portions from Bear Cubs through Lions.
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Before Your
Child's First Day
Tell us about your child's dietary needs before they start - not after the first meal. Let us know:
- Any food allergies or intolerances
- Any foods your child has reacted to at home
- Any dietary restrictions based on medical, cultural, or religious reasons
Allergies & Dietary Needs
Healthy nutrition at ABCD starts from the first day your child walks through our door. Visit our Classrooms page to see how our meal program connects to everything we teach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ABCD Academy serve meals to infants and toddlers, not just preschoolers?
Yes. Every enrolled child, from Bear Cubs to Lions, receives meals and snacks suited to their age. For infants, we follow the feeding plan you agree on with your child’s teacher, and portions and textures change as your child grows.
Are meals included in tuition, or is there an additional charge?
Meals and snacks are included for every enrolled child at ABCD Academy – they are not a premium tier or an add-on. Ask about this during your tour or enrollment conversation.
Does ABCD Academy accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?
Yes. Tell us about any food allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions – medical, cultural, or religious – before your child’s first day. Your child’s teacher is informed, and we will talk with you about how we can accommodate your child’s needs.
Is there a sample menu I can review before enrolling my child?
Yes. Click “View Menu” in the “A Typical Day of Meals and Snacks at ABCD” section above, or download the menu as a PDF. You can also ask about it when you call (847) 255-6666 or during your tour.
Does ABCD Academy serve pork or other foods that my child may need to avoid?
Let us know about any foods your child should not eat – including pork or any other foods – before their first day. We will talk with you about how we can accommodate your family’s needs.