We are very excited to have picked up our second Health and Wellbeing Award, which has been awarded for a further 2 years for the PhunkyFoods Programme. The Award really acknowledges our commitment and drive, as well as our integrity and professionalism,  in working to …

PhunkyFoods is backing a major new Change4Life campaign that aims to help families introduce healthy changes to their school-time routines. The ‘Smart Restart’ campaign encourages families to capitalise on the fresh start presented by the new school year as an opportunity to establish healthier habits – such …

The School Food Plan [1], a plan of action designed to improve the quality and take-up of meals in schools across England. has been published by the Government today. Written by Leon restaurant founders Henry Dimbleby and John Vincent, actions include: £16 million from the …

This week we’re told that food banks are being used more than ever, by the charity The Trussell Trust, which argues there is a clear link with welfare reforms.  The charity reported that it had helped more than 150,000 people in the three months from …

Last week the PhunkyFoods team had the pleasure of working with children at Killinghall Church of England Primary School in Harrogate.  Here’s what they thought of their ‘Super-Crunch’-making session…. Dear Ally and Helen, We are writing to you to thank you for showing us how …

The PhunkyFoods team welcome the announcement today of theGovernment’s final plans on consistent traffic light labelling. Research evidence indicates that parent support is an important factor in the success of healthy lifestyle programmes delivered in schools1. It stands to reason: teaching staff can influence their …

Research evidence indicates that parent support is an important factor in the success of healthy lifestyle programmes delivered in schools1.  It stands to reason: teaching staff can influence their pupils’ lifestyle knowledge and behaviour within the school setting, but positive changes can only extend to …

Every week at Carr Infants School in York, parents get together on a Thursday morning to discuss life, the universe and everything over a cup of coffee – all organised by a very proactive parent governor with an interest in community engagement.  Last week, I …

Here, in the first of our guest blogs, working mum Alexandra Campbell shares her experience of fitting meal preparation into a relentless 24/7 work-life schedule! “If you are a busy, working, single parent, how on earth do you give your children balanced, tasty meals that …

The spotlight was shining on Carr Infant School in York last week.  Not satisfied with celebrating World Book Day in a range of fabulous costumes, the school also managed to deliver their regular PhunkyFoods sessions with their reception and year 2 children, and to host …