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Pre-schools, Nurseries, Schools with Nursery classes, childminders

Nutrition in Early Years: Principles. Policy and Practice

Nurturing Healthy Beginnings-  Nutrition in Early Years: Principles. Policy and Practice (pdf, 755kb)

An engaging, full-day course exploring how food and nutrition can nurture children’s growth, learning and wellbeing. Learn how to apply the latest DfE EYFS nutrition guidance and create positive food environments that help children build healthy eating habits from the very start. 

Through expert-led sessions and hands-on activities, delegates will gain knowledge, confidence and practical tools to strengthen food provision and policy in their setting, while supporting families to make lasting healthy choices.

 Attendees will: 

  • Understand how diet impacts growth, learning and development in the early years. 
  • Gain a clear knowledge of the DfE EYFS nutrition guidance for all types of provision. 
  • Explore practical ways to promote healthy eating behaviours throughout the day. 
  • Access resources to review and monitor food policies and provision. 
  • Build confidence in engaging parents and carers on food and nutrition. 

The successful completion of the course comes with a certificate in Introductory Nutrition Essentials for Health and Social Care from the Association for Nutrition. 

Date: Saturday 10 January 2025 (9.30-4pm) 
Venue: Exeter Hall, Oxford Rd, Kidlington OX5 1AB 

Please book via: Oxfordshire Education Services