Top Meal:
A Clever Choice
Top Meal: A Clever Choice
At Clever Daycare, we know that a child’s growth flourishes when health, learning, and care are combined. That’s why we’ve partnered with Top Meal, a trusted Canadian catering provider with a child-first approach to nutrition. Together, we offer more than just food; we offer thoughtfully prepared meals that nurture development, spark curiosity, and make mealtimes a joy.
Who is Top Meal?
Top Meal is a kid-focused catering company specifically designed to serve childcare environments. As a trusted childcare catering service, they specialize in preparing healthy meals for daycare children using fresh, high-quality ingredients and balanced recipes. Their facility is nut-free, pork-free, and shellfish-free, and they strictly follow Alberta Health standards and Canadian food guidelines to ensure every meal is safe and nutritious. Meals are crafted by a Red Seal-certified chef, supporting each child’s physical and mental development with every bite.
How the Partnership Works
Clever Daycare locations receive hot meal deliveries daily from Top Meal’s professional kitchen. Our children enjoy:
- Freshly Cooked & Delivered Meals: Meals are prepared early each morning and delivered hot to every location.
- Age-Appropriate Portions: Tailored to support energy levels, growth, and satisfaction.
- Allergy-Sensitive Options: Vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and high-protein alternatives available.
- Safe, Social Mealtimes: Meals are individually packed to prevent cross-contamination but served in a social setting to encourage shared experiences.
- Advanced Safety Monitoring: From cooking temps to cleanliness, their internal tracking app ensures consistent high standards.
Our daycare meal program is designed to ensure all children receive consistent, high-quality nutrition every day.
Why Clever Families Love Top Meal
Nutritious & Balanced
Every meal includes a full range of proteins, vitamins, and fresh fruits and vegetables.
Seasonal & Rotational Menus
Meals rotate every four weeks and align with seasonal needs (e.g., hydrating meals in summer, immune-boosting options in winter).
In-House Baked Goods
Reduced sugar and fat, made in Top Meal’s allergen-controlled kitchen.
Fresh-Cut Fruit Daily
Delicious and colorful fruit options help kids naturally increase vitamin intake.
E. coli-Screened Ingredients
Peace of mind through safe sourcing from certified vendors.
No Prep Required
Parents save time, money, and the morning hassle of packing food.
Curious about what your child eats each day for this season? View the current seasonal menu here.
Frequently Asked Questions
While our new policy allows outside food, we strongly discourage it for safety reasons. Our centres are not equipped to store or reheat outside meals safely, and we cannot ensure allergen control with non-certified food sources.
We understand that some families may prefer to opt out. If that’s your choice, please speak to your centre director. We’re exploring safe solutions but prioritize safety and consistency for all children.
Top Meal offers daily allergen-safe alternatives that resemble the main meal, ensuring inclusivity and safety while avoiding cross-contamination.
Menus feature a variety of proteins, grains, fruits, and vegetables with flavors children enjoy. Seasonal recipes and colorful presentations encourage even picky eaters.
Menus rotate seasonally, and you can also view our current menu online by visiting Top meal seasonal menu here.
More Than Meals
Through our collaboration with Top Meal, Clever Daycare children enjoy healthy, inclusive meals that energize them for play, learning, and growth.
Looking for a daycare that delivers on both care and cuisine? Contact us today to experience the Clever and Top Meal difference firsthand.