Healthy Lunches, Snacks, and Active Habits at School

Healthy Eating and Keeping Active

Eating well and keeping active make a huge difference in how children feel, learn, and grow.

Healthy habits help children stay focused in class, maintain energy throughout the day, and protect

their teeth and overall well-being.

We fully recognise that food costs are a real concern for many families right now and making

dietary changes can feel expensive. However, even small, low-cost swaps can make a big,

positive difference to your child’s health and daily energy.

To help make everyday choices easier and budget-friendly, the leaflet includes practical ideas,

such as:

• Drinks for School: Reminders on why water and milk are the best options for healthy teeth

and concentration. Please remember to send your child with a named, refillable water bottle

each day.

• Smart Breaktime Snacks: Low-cost, simple swaps for lasting energy, such as carrot

sticks, plain popcorn, or oatcakes instead of pre-packaged sugary treats.

• Easy 5-Step Lunchbox Builder: A quick guide to assembling a delicious, balanced

lunchbox using affordable everyday staples.

• Active Travel & Movement: Free ways to help children get their 60 minutes of daily

activity, such as walking, scooting, or cycling to school.

Top Tip: Getting children involved in choosing and packing their own lunchboxes is a great way to

avoid food waste and encourage them to eat what they carry!

For cheap, easy recipe ideas, meal swaps, and fun online resources, you can explore NHS

Healthier Families (search online or visit www.nhs.uk/healthier-families) or Food – A Fact of Life

(foodafactoflife.org.uk).

Please take a look at our leaflet about children’s health and healthy

eating habits.

Thank you for your continued support in keeping our school community healthy, happy, and active!