The simple guide to Early Years nutrition

The EYFS nutrition guidance

From September 2025 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework stated that Early Years providers should have regard to the new Early Years nutrition guidance. That means that the safeguarding and welfare requirements tell Early years settings to follow this nutrition guidance unless there is a good reason not to.

We created this guide to support you in implementing the guidance, as well as some other key information about food and nutrition in the Early Years.

Bon appetite!

What's in the free guide?

In our brand new version of this guide, you'll find:

• Advice on how to improve Early Years nutrition in your setting
• Ways to support young children in developing healthier attitudes towards meals, snacks, and drinks
• Expert advice from pediatric dietitian Lindsay Gilbert, Sarah Scotland, and Yasmin Darling
• Tips on how to improve your mealtime environment
• Inspiration for varying your approach to food, to support children in exploring new tastes and textures