For advice on children under the age of 2 years, visit Parent Club.
Children and young people
Childhood is an important time to start a lifelong healthy diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables, starchy foods and lean protein.
In this section
A healthy diet is important to ensure your child gets the right amount of calories and nutrients to grow and stay healthy. We have tips for feeding pre-school, primary school and secondary school age children.
Pre-school children
After the age of 2 years, children should move to eating the same healthy foods as the rest of the family.
Primary school age children
Encouraging your children to eat a healthy balanced diet can help them build healthier habits for the future and it's important for their growth and development.
Secondary school aged children
Tips for guiding your teen towards a balanced diet to keep them healthy and feeling energised.
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