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How we are helping families with healthy eating and activities in the summer holidays

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We know that school holidays can be difficult for some families, with children at risk of missing out on healthy meals, activities, and learning opportunities. That’s why the Holiday Activity and Food Programme (HAF) has been supporting children and families in the school holidays since 2018.

How we are providing free holiday club places and healthy meals for children that need it most

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Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme

Evidence suggests that attending holiday clubs can have a positive impact on children’s learning, health and wellbeing. This is especially true of clubs that provide enrichment activities – these are activities that complement what children learn at school - as …

How we are ensuring thousands of children receive a healthy, nutritious breakfast

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Starting the day with a healthy breakfast is important regardless of your age – but for children eating a nutritious meal before school it’s vital. Breakfast Clubs in schools make sure that children who attend them get a healthy breakfast …

Inaccurate reports regarding Free School Meals over February half term

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We are aware of confusion caused by reports in the media about the provision of free school meals over half term. As was the case at Christmas, vulnerable families will continue to receive help with food and other essentials such …

Guidance on Free School Meals expectations while remote learning

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News

Last week, images and photos have circulated of lunch parcels delivered for children who are eligible for free school meals. Every child deserves quality nutrition, and the standard of these school meals shown on social media is not acceptable. We …

School breakfast programme and student loan repayments

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Today’s Education in the Media blog looks at the Department’s announcement about expanding the National School Breakfast programme. The blog also looks at news coverage of changes to the student loan repayment system. Breakfast programme expansion On Saturday, 4 January, …