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Course intent

Make packed lunches exciting, balanced, and nutritious with this practical one-hour online session led by a qualified Nutritional Therapist. Discover easy, affordable, and creative lunch box ideas that support your child’s energy, focus, and growth throughout the school day. Learn how to build lunches that are both appealing and nourishing—without the daily stress. Perfect for busy parents looking to take the guesswork out of healthy lunch prep.

What will I learn?

In this workshop you will learn:

• How to build a balanced lunch box using key food groups for sustained energy and concentration
• Smart swaps to reduce sugar and ultra-processed foods without compromising taste
• Foods that support mood, focus, and brain health in growing children
• Creative ideas for fussy eaters that still pack a nutritional punch
• Time-saving prep tips to make mornings stress-free
• Allergy-aware and dietary-friendly options (e.g. nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free)
• Portion guidance for different age groups and activity levels
• Storage and packaging tips to keep lunches fresh and safe

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  This course is open to and will be delivered through live online sessions using Zoom.

To participate, you will need:

• An email address
• A reliable internet connection
• A computer/laptop /tablet with a fully updated browser
• microphone and webcam.

Once enrolled, you will receive instructions for joining Zoom.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Please bring a mobile device, pen or notepad to make your own notes.

What can I do when I finish the course?

We offer a range of nutrition and cookery workshops and courses throughout the term, look at our website for all the details. It would be great to see you again.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by always promoting fairness and respect.

How to enrol

You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.

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