A healthy, balanced lunch helps children stay focused, enjoy learning and feel ready for the day ahead. At our school, we’re keen to help families with lunchbox ideas that are simple, budget-friendly and realistic—and most importantly, foods children will actually want to eat.

Following advice from local health professionals, we promote lunchboxes that are nutritious, tooth-friendly and varied, helping to build healthy habits over time.

What should a healthy lunchbox include?

Aim to add these each day:

🥪 A starchy item
For example: bread, wraps, pitta, pasta, rice, tortillas

🥚 A protein choice
For example: eggs, tuna, chicken, beans, lentils, hummus

🧀 A dairy food (or alternative)
For example: yoghurt, cheese, milk, or plant-based options

🍎 At least two portions of fruit and vegetables
For example: apple slices, carrot sticks, cucumber, grapes (prepared safely)

💧 A healthier drink
Water is the best option. Milk is also a good choice, and sugar-free squash can be included now and then.

Cook Together with Change4Life 🎥

To support healthy routines at home, families may enjoy the Change4Life “Cook Together” short videos. They’re designed to be fun and practical, and can help children to:

• get involved in cooking at home

• build confidence around food

• make family mealtimes more enjoyable

👉 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/c/betterhealthfamilies