Healthy eating habits

Pupils at Fielding Primary School make healthier food choices than many children across Ealing. Most pupils eat fruit and vegetables regularly, with far fewer relying on take‑away meals. More pupils also learn to cook at school, helping them understand how to choose and prepare healthy food. Year 6 pupils at Fielding are also more confident about their weight and are less likely to be dieting. These healthy habits are important for growing children and help them stay alert and ready to learn. We are proud of the choices our pupils make and how families support healthy eating at home and school.

Pupils in years 4 and 6 took part in Ealing's School Health Related Behaviour Survey. The survey is taken every 2 years. Healthy eating continues to be a real strength at Fielding. The survey shows that our pupils are developing balanced, positive habits that support good health and learning.

What the data shows

72% of pupils eat fresh fruit on most days, compared with 61% across Ealing
66% of pupils eat vegetables on most days, compared with 45% in Ealing
Only 5% of Fielding pupils have take‑away meals 3–4 times a week, compared with 10% in Ealing
76% of pupils cooked or prepared food at school in the last year, compared with 56% in Ealing
In Year 6, 74% of pupils are happy with their weight, compared with 60% in Ealing.

What this means for our pupils

These habits help pupils stay energised, focus well in lessons and build positive attitudes to food for life. Cooking in school supports independence and healthy family routines.

How we’ll keep improving

Continue hands‑on food education across all year groups
Use cooking opportunities to teach life skills, science and teamwork
Encourage fruit and vegetable choices through curriculum and assemblies

Peter Dunmall