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Byron School warning after cold happy meal put in lunchbox

A school has marked parents down - after some packed "extreme" or "worrying" lunches for their loved ones.

A newsletter sent to parents whose children are at Byron Primary School in Gillingham highlighted several examples of poor packed lunches.

They included:

  • A cold McDonald's happy meal bought the previous evening
  • two bags of crisps and a crisp sandwich
  • four yogurts and a packet of smarties
  • and one chocolate muffin, one chocolate roll and a bar of chocolate.
The school's asking parents to pack healthy lunches. Picture: Getty Images
The school's asking parents to pack healthy lunches. Picture: Getty Images

The sinful treats were highlighted in the newsletter sent out by headteacher Jon Carthy.

He wrote: “Whilst extreme and funny to read on paper, I must make this clear THESE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE examples of a balanced packed lunch.

“Children work very hard at school and a balanced meal at lunch time helps provide concentration for the afternoon.”

The Byron school newsletter
The Byron school newsletter

He reminded parents of government guidelines for packed lunches which includes one portion of fruit and vegetable/salad every day, meat, fish or a source of non-dairy protein, oily fish and starchy foods such as bread or pasta.

Mr Carthy added: “If we feel as though any child is not getting a regularly balanced meal, we will contact you and offer you advice.”

Byron school in Gillingham
Byron school in Gillingham

What do you think? Should children get a treat in their packed lunch - or do they need a healthy diet while at school? Join the debate below.

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