Llwynypia Primary School in Rhondda Cynon Taf shows how one set of clear, reliable data can spark whole-school conversations about health and well-being. When staff reviewed their learners’ daily readiness, one finding jumped out straight away, daily fruit and vegetable intake among learners in Years 3 to 6 was below the Welsh average. The lowest levels were in Years 3 and 4, suggesting younger learners were finding it harder to build consistent healthy eating habits. That simple insight gave the school a practical starting point.
Using the SHRN data as a baseline, staff, learners and governors agreed that food and drink should become a whole-school priority. The Healthy School Council explored the graphs, data and infographics, and helped shape the first actions. This meant pupil voice guided the work from day one. The school introduced targeted changes, including a dedicated fruit time, learner-led assemblies and a new food pantry.
