Jamie Oliver celebrates new school food standards in England after two decades of campaigning
Chef Jamie Oliver announced support for new school food standards in England following a 20-year campaign to improve children's diets.
Campaigner marks milestone achievement
Jamie Oliver stated he is happy after more than 20 years of campaigning for better school dinners. He noted that standards previously existed for dog food but were lacking for children in state schools. The announcement comes after a long effort to ensure kids receive proper nutrition during the school year.
Health and behaviour benefits
Proper nutrition at school helps children consume more fruit and vegetables while reducing sugar intake. Teachers report that unhealthy food often leads to disruptive behaviour and affects pupils ability to concentrate. Well-fed students show improved energy levels and fewer days off due to sickness.
Social connection through meals
Eating good food around a shared table supports a child sense of belonging and social connection. The majority of daily consumption for children in state sectors happens within the school environment. Improving these meals offers a massive opportunity to directly improve diets at scale.
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