We make fresh, wholesome foods part of each day and help children build a positive relationship with nutritious eating. Through partnerships with local farms, children learn where food comes from and enjoy a variety of nourishing foods.
Children enjoy fresh, wholesome foods sourced in part through partnerships with local farms in our community.
Children explore how food is grown and where it comes from, building curiosity and appreciation for nutritious eating.
We explore diverse cuisines and their stories, helping children appreciate cultural diversity through food.
Through nature, gardening, and nutrition education, we grow a generation of mindful learners who care for themselves, others, and the world around them.
Learn more about NC Farm to ECEWe proudly source our milk from Farm to Home Milk, a local Asheville company that partners with family farms in our community. Together, we're providing children with fresh, wholesome nutrition while supporting local agriculture.
The Purser Family — farm partners providing fresh, local milk
The Gray Family — dedicated to quality dairy farming
We serve breakfast (8:30–9:30 AM), lunch (11:00 AM–12:00 PM), and a PM snack (2:30–3:30 PM). Note: Breakfast is NOT served after 9:30 AM.
Our regular drop-off cutoff time is 9:30 AM. For children with doctor's appointments, we allow late arrival up to 10:30 AM with a doctor's note provided in advance.
No outside food or drinks unless your child has a special diet or food allergy (doctor's note required for alternative milk or allergy accommodations).
Yes, with a doctor's note. SELA participates in the Child Care Food Program and posts weekly menus in each classroom.
Our menus rotate weekly and are updated seasonally to incorporate fresh, local ingredients when available.
We serve water throughout the day and milk with meals. Our milk is sourced from local Asheville farms, supporting our community and providing fresh, wholesome nutrition. We do not serve juice or sugary drinks.
