Herefordshire Healthy Schools

Pupils should have the confidence, skills and understanding to make healthy food choices. Healthy and nutritious food and drink should be available across the school day.

In a Healthy School:

A named member of the Senior Management Team is responsible for Healthy Eating
Staff involved with practical food teaching are suitably trained
There is a whole school food policy drawn up through wide consultation
The school responds to feedback from parents and pupils on food policy and practice
There is a welcoming eating environment which encourages positive social interaction
Food is healthier as outlined in the Food in Schools Toolkit
Food choices are monitored and acted upon
Pupils learn about different types of food and how to avoid high levels of salt and fat, and increase fruit and vegetable consumption
Pupils learn to plan and budget for, and prepare balanced meals
There is easy access to free, clean and palatable water
School meals provider follows the latest guidance, and publish weekly menus
Pupils are consulted about all food available in schools

Go to our Key Documents page to download a simple checklist - Healthy Schools Accreditation Tool

Seasonal Recipes

Healthier Packed Lunches

Looking for healthier packed lunch ideas for children and parents in your school? Why not have a look at the British Nutrition Foundation's new packed lunch leaflet? The leaflet provides information about what to include in a healthy packed lunch and folds out to become an A3 poster with photographs showing ideas for 10 different packed lunches. The ideas are also great for family picnics and other occasions. These leaflets are free but a charge is made for postage. To have a look at an electronic version or order the leaflets, go to:
http://www.nutrition.org.uk/lunches

Healthy Eating Resources