Providing healthy, balanced lunches is an important part of supporting children’s wellbeing, learning, and development. A clear lunchbox and portion size policy helps families understand expectations, promotes consistency across the school, and encourages positive eating habits from an early age.

Back in June we looked at the rationale for introducing a lunchbox policy in one of our Schools Health and Wellbeing webinars. In this session we suggested ways in which schools can work in partnership with parents and carers to ensure children have nutritious lunches that meet their needs throughout the school day.

Missed the session or want a refresher?

You can watch the full recording here:

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What’s next?

The final webinar for the 2025/2026 period will be posted shortly, and we’re already working on next year’s programme to help you boost your school’s health and wellbeing offer.

Keep an eye on our webinar page for updates: Schools Health & Wellbeing Webinars

Got an idea for a topic?

The aim of the Schools Health & Wellbeing Webinars is to support schools and professionals around a range of health and wellbeing topics. If you have an idea for a future topic, we’d love to hear from you! Email us at healthimprovement@telford.gov.uk.