Keeping Children Healthy

This course introduces you to practical, up to date ways to help keep children healthy, based on the latest national guidance from the Healthy Child Programme 2026, which outlines evidence based approaches to supporting children’s health from birth to age 19.

You’ll explore the key things that support children’s wellbeing, including healthy eating, regular movement, good sleep routines, emotional wellbeing, and everyday safety.

You’ll look at simple, realistic steps you can take to encourage children to eat well, using NHS Healthier Families resources such as healthy food swaps, 5 a day ideas, packed lunch inspiration, and tips for reducing sugar intake. The course also includes fun and accessible ways to keep children active, with indoor games, dance ideas, and outdoor play activities inspired by Health for Kids guidance.

You’ll also learn about other important areas of child health, such as hygiene, illness prevention, vitamin D guidance, and emotional wellbeing, using the most up to date national recommendations. The course will help you explore safe, trusted sources of health advice, including NHS child health webpages and local support options.

By the end of the course, you’ll feel more confident using everyday strategies to support children’s long term health in a way that’s positive, practical, and enjoyable for the whole family.