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Health Education

CHILDHOOD OBESITY

Today, one in three children are overweight or obese. Research suggests that - if untreated - 85% of these children will become obese adults.This statistic alone is reason enough to address weight issues in the early years.

Every year Reception and Year 6 pupils are measured and weighed as part of the National Child Measurement Programme. The information collected is used to deliver services to prevent and manage overweight and obesity in children nationally.

Using the results, a 3 year average is reported to the school so that we can look at ways to improve pupils health and wellbeing and help our children manage and maintain a healthy weight.

AT Belmont:

In 2019, 22% of Reception pupils are overweight; 8% being obese - this was in line with current national averages. 

The proportion of Reception children at Belmont who were overweight or living with obesity is 18%, which is statistically similar to other schools across England (22%).  19% of Reception children were overweight or living with obesity in Harrow local authority.

In 2019, 42% of Year 6 pupils are overweight; 29% being obese

The proportion of Year 6 children at Belmont who were overweight or living with obesity is 41%, which is statistically similar to other schools across England (34%).  38% of Year 6 children were overweight or living with obesity in Harrow local authority.

These are extremely concerning figures.

At Belmont we have increased sporting opportunities, banned crisps and chocolate bars as part of lunch and no longer accept pupils bringing in sweets or cake to celebrate birthdays. As part of our curriculum, we teach pupils about being healthy through fitness and their diet.

Unfortunately, we can only do so much! 

WE ARE ASKING PARENTS TO HELP US, HELP THEIR CHILDREN TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT.

We ask you to consider 5 key messages

  • Be A role model
  • 2 Snacks Max
  • Me Size Meals
  • Be Active
  • 5 A Day

(sourced: NHS - Change 4 Life)

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