Healthy weight in children (health and wellbeing needs in South Tyneside)

High level priorities

  • Monitor, implement and deliver the NCMP in conjunction with School Nurses. Share the NCMP data with stakeholders to maximise effectiveness 
  • To provide a number of consistent obesity related messages targeted towards families  to promote healthy lifestyle behaviours   through a range of communication mediums
  • To provide or promote education, awareness and training on childhood obesity to support schools and the community to increase knowledge and understanding
  • Ensure the Local Authority sets the example by making healthy choices as easy as possible.