Lunch Menu at Country Day School
CDS' nutrition policy is aligned with Costa Rican MEP rules regarding the limitation of trans fats and added sugar in drinks. In addition, we strive to provide a variety of balanced options on a daily basis, including two hot lunch options for all students and staff.
The cafeteria uses the following plate sizes and guidelines in designing the lunch menu:
Portion sizes are defined in order to provide healthy adult-size and child-size plates. The adult-size plate is recommended for children ages 12 and above, as well as adults. The child-size plate is recommended for all others, although some children below 12 may find they prefer an adult-size plate.
Every day, we offer two main protein dishes to choose from, two carbohydrate sides, and a vegetable or legume side. Also, each plate comes with a salad and one of two natural juices.
Students can choose from:
- One main course
- One carbohydrate
- One daily salad
- Either vegetables or legumes
- Two natural juices
Using Our Cafeteria Service
Cafeteria service at CDS is an optional service that is paid separately from other school fees.
To open an account or add funds to your child's cafeteria account, please follow these steps:
Step 1: Transfer the Funds
Send your payment via bank transfer or SINPE Móvil to the school’s cafeteria account.
Step 2: Notify the Business Office
Once the transfer is complete, email the Business Office at cds_businessoffice@cds.ed.cr with the following information:
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Subject: Creation of Cafeteria Account
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Student Name(s): Include the full name(s) of the student(s)
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Payment Voucher: Attach the transfer or SINPE receipt
Step 3: Confirmation
The cafeteria team will confirm receipt of the payment.
