It has changed a lot over the years and many of these scenes show exciting fare such as Spanish food, and other European menus.
Or maybe you come from the days of semolina, chocolate sponge and custard and spotted dick which could be just as yummy back in the day.
Whatever your preference, here is your chance to share your memories of the school dinner experience.
Take a look and tell us more.
1. Tasty fare at Mortimer Community College
The food looks tempting on the new 2009 menu at Mortimer Community College. Were you a student there at the time? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: TR
2. A football theme in 2008
St Joseph's RC Primary had a football-themed National Schools Week in 2008. Does anyone recognise the line-up of catering staff? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: SN
3. School dinners at Hebburn Comprehensive
Another 2009 scene, this time at Hebburn Comprehensive. Did you enjoy your school dinner there? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
4. Stanhope Primary School in 2017
Stanhope Primary School cook Lynn Curtin is pictured with students ahead of International School Meals Day in 2017. Spot anyone you know? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton