Qualification: Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Unit: 1.1 Support healthy lifestyles for children through the provision of food and nutrition
Learning outcome: 1. Understand the impact of food and nutrition on children’s health and development
Assessment criteria: 1.2 Evaluate national and local initiatives which promote healthy eating
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- Change4Life Campaign – promotes healthy eating and exercise to families
- The Nursery Milk Scheme – children under 5 receive 189ml of milk daily and free of charge when they attend approved daycare facilities
- Schools Fruit & Vegetable Scheme – All schoolchildren aged 4-6 are entitled to a daily piece of fruit or vegetable free of charge
- 5-a-day Campaign – Promotes the health benefits of getting at least 5 portions of fruit or vegetables each day
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