Food for Thought is a free school-based nutrition education programme developed by expert nutritionists to help children make informed food choices.
As part of the programme the school’s year 5 and 6 pupils visited New World Temuka to complete a real-life label reading activity.
What made this visit particularly special was that Karli Adams-Stachurski, the Food for Thought Nutritionist who led the sessions, was a former student of Winchester Rural School herself.
In a statement she said it was special to have been back at Winchester Rural School, to help the next generation of pupils gain the tools they needed for healthier futures.
"Information about nutrition is more complex than ever before, which is why its important kids have access to simple, credible information that equips them with the skills needed to make informed food choices."
Winchester’s year 5 and 6 teacher Kylie Haynes said Ms Adams-Stachurski did an awesome job at delivering delivering engaging sessions on food and nutrition education to the pupils.
"It’s such an important topic and having an expert come in and deliver a professional programme has been great.
"The kids have learnt a range of new skills to support their health and wellbeing and will be taking these home to benefit their families."
New World Temuka owner operator Paul Joyce said the enthusiasm and energy the children displayed was infectious.
"We love supporting our local community and as part of Foodstuffs, we’ve made a commitment to be HereforNZ, which is all about helping our local communities to thrive."
Food for Thought is the longest-running nutrition programme in New Zealand, and over 265,000 pupils across the country having benefited from the programme.
It is supported by Foodstuffs, the New Zealand-owned and operated co-operative behind New World, Pak’nSave and Four Square stores, and delivered in partnership with the New Zealand Heart Foundation.
— APL
