Some facts about health and diet

It is an alarming fact that Tameside has the highest obesity rates in Greater Manchester and one of the highest in the country.

The (1999/2000) NHS survey of 5 year old children in the North West found that 50% of Tameside & Glossop children who were examined were affected by tooth decay. The average for England is 38%.

The 2002/2003 NHS survey of 14 year old children in the North West found that 64% of Tameside & Glossop children were affected by tooth decay. The average for England is 48%.

The "Food in Schools" toolkit (2005) states that, "Poorly nourished children, especially those who are overweight or obese, often experience social and psychological problems. This can clearly have a significant impact on their behaviour and performance in school."

According to the Sodexho School Meals and Lifestyle survey 2005, 8% of children have nothing to eat before school, and this rises to 12% for 15-16 year olds and 17% for 15-16 year old girls. Breakfast clubs can help to change these statistics and give children a healthier start to their day. Read about our Breakfast Club.

Read about what you can do as parents to help your child eat healthily.

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