HEALTHY EATING IN KS1 CLASS

A Study on “Healthy Eating in a KS1 Class in the Boroughs of Barking & Dagenham”

By

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[BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies]

[ED2000-Research Design and Method]

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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I would first like to express my gratitude for my research supervisor, colleagues, peers and family whose immense and constant support has been a source of continuous guidance and inspiration.

DECLARATION

I [type your full first names & surname here], declare that the following dissertation /thesis and its entire content has been an individual, unaided effort and has not been submitted or published before. Furthermore, it reflects my opinion and take on the topic and is does not represent the opinion of the University.

Abstract

In today's globalized world; everyone realizes the importance of healthy eating habits. In this study, we would attempt to address the vital issue of healthy eating habits in key stage one. A qualitative analysis would be conducted; and a triangulation approach would be used. The approach would allow us to better analyze the collected information and drawn inferences from it. Every progressive society realizes the importance healthy eating habits in key stage one. A vast number of studies have been conducted on the topic. General literature on the topic would be discussed in the proposal, along with its various elements. The governmental policies would also be discussed and their impact would be assessed. A thorough overview of the research topic would be given and the methodology would be explained with respect to the proposed aims and objectives of our study.

Contents

ACKNOWLEDGMENTii

DECLARATIONiii

Abstractiv

Objective and Purpose of the Study1

Healthy Eating & Borough of Barking and Dagenham1

Research Questions3

Literature Review4

Healthy Eating Practices5

Nutrition & Behavioural Changes in KS1 Children5

KS1 Period & Healthy Eating Habits6

Variables Associated with Healthy Eating Habits -KS1 Period7

Healthy Eating Interventions in Schools7

Consequences of Poor Eating Habits8

Change for Life9

Children Act 20049

Healthy Schools Programs10

National Health Service (NHS)10

Methodology12

Triangulation Method of Research12

Advantages of Triangulation Method13

Format of the Study13

Data Collection Methods13

Interpretation of the Data14

Data Collection from Children14

Advantages of Qualitative Methods15

Ethical Considerations16

Confidentiality17

References19

Objective and Purpose of the Study

The purpose of this research proposal is to address healthy eating in Key Stage One (KS1). The proposal aims to assess whether policies, campaigns and legislations implemented by the government has helped schools in promoting healthy eating in children and hence tackle the increasing levels of obesity. The proposal will outline the title, a literature review, which will be supported by four key questions that will be answered by the end of this project. The proposal will also contain a methodology which will be supported by the data collection methods used and a discussion on the possible ethical consideration involved in our research. This proposal research is pivotal in examining whether both the government and schools are working together effectively to promote the importance of leading a healthy, balance lifestyle at a young age, and to reduce the levels of child obesity. An unhealthy diet can be detrimental to a child's health and development. A healthier diet gives the child essential nutrients and vitamins in order for growth, development, and a stronger immune ...