Here are some examples of how schools have taken part in British Food Fortnight. For more examples see the guide ‘Putting the Ooo back into food – the Case Studies’ which can be downloaded from this link.

“The British Food Fortnight resources are fantastic.”
School Meals Development Officer, Wolverhampton City Council

“A wonderful resource! Saved me hours of work this weekend.”
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Put the Ooo back into food with British Food Fortnight's definitive guides to incorporating food-related activities and cookery within your curriculum teaching.

“British Food Fortnight's initiative sending chefs into schools is invaluable and we love being involved.”
BBC's Hairy Bikers celebrity chefs

British Food Fortnight has teamed up with the Department of Health's Top Tips for Top Mums campaign to encourage schools to involve parents in teaching children about a healthy diet.

Top Tips for Top Mums is an extension of the 5 A DAY campaign. It enables parents to share tips with each other on how to get children to eat more fruit and vegetables. Eastenders actress and mother of three, Patsy Palmer, is supporting the campaign. Your school can help - here are some ideas:

Taking part in British Food Fortnight is a good opportunity to gain some local publicity for your school. Many schools taking part in last year's event were featured in their local papers and some were even featured on television. Media coverage can be a good way of thanking teachers, parents and children for their involvement.

Here is all the information you need to help you gain some local publicity.