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.
13. An orderly queue in 1970
After 120 years, Barnes Road Junior School finally had a dining room in 1970 converted from the air raid shelter that stood in the yard. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette
14. Lunch at Harton Infants in 1967
Lunch at Harton Infants under the supervision of Mrs A Tebble, nursery assistant. Remember this? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette
15. Share your memories
Did you love school meals? And does our photo selection bring back memories of your own school dinners? Share the memories by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: SN