Schools • Little Gannets

My range of School Programmes help Primary School-aged children get engaged and interested in a healthy diet.

Not only are these programmes educational, but they are also interactive, allowing children to learn through play and sensory-based activities.

Did you know?‍
In 2018, only 18% of children aged 5 to 15 ate the recommended five or more portions of fruit and vegetables a day!

What We Offer

Our Programmes

Each Programme includes an interactive talk, a cooking activity for the children to complete and also some worksheets and/or further activities to help support and apply their learning.

There is also an option to include an educational session for parents on family nutrition after school hours. This aims to educate families on what a healthy plate looks like, and provide them with some realistic ideas and tips on how to achieve it. This is only available subject to terms and conditions.

‍The School Nutrition Programmes are:

Eat The Rainbow

In this programme, aimed at Reception and Key Stage 1, the children will get hands on with different fruits and vegetables, exploring their different colours and texture, as well as learning some fun facts about what they do for our body.

What Is A Balanced Diet?

This programme, aimed at late Key Stage 1/ early Keys Stage 2 (e.g. Year 2, 3 & 4) educates the children about the basics of a balanced diet. We will explore the concept that a 'healthy diet' is not just about eating our greens!

Seasonal Food

In this programme, aimed at key stage 2 (particularly years 5 & 6) children learn about seasonal and local produce. We look at what seasonal food is, what and why we import food, and we take a look at traditional British dishes.

Food Around The World

This programme takes a special look at different foods from around the world. This can be a taught as a stand-alone or 4 week package. It is an incredible way to explore and celebrate different cultures and traditions from inside the classroom.

These Programmes:

Promote a supportive environment where all children have an equal chance to explore food without feeling pressured.
Provide interactive activities to further a child's knowledge of basic nutrition.
Promote a healthy lifestyle and diet so children understand why it is important.

All ingredients and basic cooking equipment* will be provided. Each child will have a small meal/large snack by the end of the session too which they can either enjoy during the school day or take home with them afterwards.

Benefits Of Programmes

Did you know?

Cooking with kids has been proven to help in other areas such as:

Vocabulary & Language Development

Basic Maths

(eg. Weighing)

Practical Science Application

Understanding Basic Hygiene

Coordination & Motor-Skills

After-School Cooking Clubs

I also offer after-school cooking clubs. These mini cooking sessions last ~60 minutes and can be booked as a stand-alone session or for a half-term block. Whether you are a school, pre-school, nursery, or club (such as brownies, scouts, etc.) do get in touch for prices and availability.

I offer a range of sweet and savoury recipes and this can be discussed upon booking. Food and equipment is supplied and allergies catered for.

To request pricing information, learn more about the packages and check availability please click here.

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Please Note:
That these programmes are currently available for Primary Schools in the following areas: Telford, Shrewsbury, Newport, Shifnal, Much Wenlock, Bridgnorth, Market Drayton, Church Stretton, Cosford and Codsall. If you are just outside of these areas, please let me know and I can see if I can accommodate you.

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