The Bay Cafe

We are delighted to launch our brand‑new school menu this term! At Millbay Academy, we believe that healthy, balanced meals fuel great learning, and we’ve been working hard behind the scenes to create a menu that is both nutritious and delicious.

Our new menu offers a wide variety of choices each day, ensuring there’s something for everyone — from hearty main meals to lighter vegetarian options, alongside fresh vegetables, salads, and tasty desserts. We’ve listened to feedback from students and parents, and we’re confident this new menu will be a big hit in the dining hall.

Click here to view more school meal info

You will need to make sure that there is money on your Arbor App at all times as the system does not order food if there isn't any money available. Credit needs to be added in advance if you would like your child to have a cooked meal at lunchtime and you are not eligible for a free school meal.

We are also able to provide snacks for your child at break time.

If you would like to give your child the ability to purchase snacks, then please add credit to the break time snacks payment item on Arbor App.

Logging into the app for the first time, click here for more information.

At Millbay Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every child can enjoy a safe, healthy and delicious meal at school. We understand that many of our families have specific dietary requirements, whether due to allergies, intolerances, cultural or religious beliefs or personal lifestyle choices and we take these needs very seriously.

Our catering team works hard to provide a wide variety of options each day, so there is always something suitable for everyone. From vegetarian and vegan dishes to allergen‑aware alternatives, our menus are designed to be inclusive, balanced and appealing to all tastes. We also follow national guidance on allergy management in schools, and our staff receive training to ensure food is prepared and served with care.

We encourage all parents and carers to check the menu regularly to see the variety of meals available. You’ll find clear labelling of allergens and ingredients and our team is always happy to talk through options if you have any concerns.

Important Disclaimer While we take every precaution to minimise risks, we cannot guarantee that any dish is completely free from allergens due to the nature of food preparation. For this reason, it is essential that parents/carers inform the school of any allergies, intolerances, or dietary requirements. This ensures we can make the necessary arrangements and always cater to your child’s needs safely.

If you’re a student, please also be sure to mention any requirements at the till when ordering or paying. This helps our catering team double‑check and make sure your meal is safe and suitable.

Open from 7.45am to 8.30am, our Breakfast Club gives students the chance to enjoy a tasty, affordable breakfast while spending time with friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

From warm cheese on toast and freshly baked pastries to cereal bars and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. But it’s not just about the food either, students can get involved in fun, student‑led activities like chess, Uno, knitting or simply unwind with a book or catch up on homework before lessons begin. It’s a brilliant opportunity to fuel up, make friends and start the school day feeling positive and ready to learn.

👉 Don’t miss out — make sure your child is signed up. Please note that only students who are registered will be able to purchase food at Breakfast Club.

As a parent/guardian you can easily check your eligibility and apply in the comfort of your own homes, at a time that suits you, in a manner that is more secure than the old paper-based method.

Click here to start your Free School Meals Application.

Scroll down and click on How to apply then Apply for free school meals. You can also choose to download a paper copy to hand in to the school or send in to Windsor House directly.

If you have more than one child you can apply for all of them on one form, even if they attend different schools.

For further information please click on the link and visit the Plymouth City Council Free School Meals webpage.