OUR PROGRAMME
WHAKAMĀRAMA KAUPAPA
FREE FOR PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS
Food for Thought can fit with various learning modules and term topics including health and wellbeing, science, inquiry, mathematics, reading, and writing.
We offer both an
in-person and
digital version of our programme.
In-person Programme with a Qualified Nutritionist
Led by a qualified Nutritionist
who visits your classroom to deliver the programme.
Includes a supermarket field trip
to your local New World, PAK’nSAVE or Four Square (in-class option also available).
3 x 1-hour hands-on, inquiry-based learning sessions
per class, delivered in person.
Topics covered:
- Nutrients and their role in the body
- Balanced food choices
- Label reading
- Sugar in drinks
- Real-world applications
- Positive, inclusive approach including allergies and preferences
Supermarket voucher
for your class to plan and share healthy kai.
Teaching resources
to extend learning beyond Nutritionist sessions.
Personalised support
from your Nutritionist to adapt content to your class.
FREE
for participating schools.
Food for Thought: Nutrition Quest
Teacher-led and self-paced
using our interactive digital learning platform.
Immersive, game-based adventure
through Foodtopia, exploring food groups and solving challenges online.
Work through the programme flexibly, in one go or across multiple sessions.
Topics covered:
- Nutrients and their role in the body
- Balanced food choices
- Food processing
- Food allergies and preferences
- Sugar in drinks
- Problem solving challenges
Optional downloadable student workbook
to track and support learning.
Teacher guide
provides step-by-step support to help teachers confidently facilitate the programme
Online Nutritionist support
available for questions and guidance
FREE
for participating schools.
Food for Thought In-Person Programme
Food for Thought: Nutrition Quest
Nutrition Advisors from the Heart Foundation also support the delivery of Food for Thought in schools across Aotearoa.
