Making School Food Matter
Tasmanian children eating well and as a result, thriving in all that they do.
School Food Matters partners with schools, communities and industry to create positive food experiences that support children’s health, wellbeing and learning.
Through our programs, we’re helping build healthier school communities across Tasmania.
Our Programs
From nutritious school meals to healthy canteens and food education, our programs help children eat well, learn well and thrive.
SmartFood Program

School Lunch Program

The Foodies Program

Our Impact
More Kids Eating
Better Nutrition
Ready to Learn
Healthier Schools
Support for Schools
School and Family Resources
School Food Matters is committed to providing Tasmanian schools the resources they need.

School Food Matters provides practical resources, tools and guidance to support school food staff, teachers, school leaders and families to create healthy food environments where children can thrive.
We’re continually adding new resources. If there’s something you’d like to see, we’d love to hear from you.
Latest News and Stories
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Lunchtime Ideas at East Devonport Primary School
During a recent visit to East Devonport Primary School, Katrina, the Kitchen Supervisor, shared some great ideas with Rachael, a School Food Matters Program Coordinator, for involving students and making -
A Great Turnout at the Term 3 School Kitchen Workshops
News School kitchen supervisors, canteen supervisors, staff and volunteers recently came together for two School Kitchen Workshops, with one held in the North West and another in the South. The -
Our recommendations for supporting Tasmanian school lunch and garden programs under the Draft Primary Produce Safety Regulations
Submission School Food Matters has provided a submission in response to the Tasmanian Government’s Draft Primary Produce Safety (Horticulture Produce) Regulations 2026, sharing the practical perspective of delivering the School
Family Recipes
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Moroccan Bowl with Rice
VegetarianA warming Moroccan-spiced bowl featuring chickpeas, potato, carrot, peas and sweet apricots in a rich tomato sauce, served with brown rice and quinoa and finished with a dollop of natural…
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Chicken Casserole + Cheesy Garlic Bread
Hearty chicken and vegetable casserole with potatoes and a hint of thyme, served with crunchy cheesy garlic bread.
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Chicken and Sweet Corn Soup
A warm soup packed full of flavour.