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Cathryn Edney -
30 October, 2025
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You know how important nutrition is in the early years, but sugar can be a minefield. The EYFS says sugary foods and drinks should be avoided, but making that work day to day can be complicated.
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Join Louise Mercieca to explore simple, realistic ways to cut sugar, meet the guidance with confidence and keep children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything you do.
Date: Wednesday 12th November
Time: From 7pm
Location: Online (link sent upon registration)
Cost: Free
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What you’ll learn
In this engaging session, Louise will:
- - Explain the real impact of sugar on young children - beyond tooth decay, exploring its effects on brain development, energy levels and long-term health.
- - Unpack what the EYFS guidance really means in everyday practice
- - Tackle the myths and mixed messages around sugar, helping staff feel informed and consistent.
- - Share simple, achievable steps for creating a sugar-smart setting that supports wellbeing without overwhelm.
- - Engaging activities to support your teams making impactful changes.
Why attend?
This webinar is designed for anyone in early years education who wants to feel:
- - Confident about interpreting the EYFS nutrition expectations
- - Supported to make realistic, sustainable changes around food
- - Inspired to engage families in positive, no-shame conversations about sugar
- - Equipped with practical tools to lead a healthier food culture in your setting
About Louise Mercieca
Louise is a Nutritional Therapist and award-winning author specialising in early years nutrition. Through Tiny Tums, she works with settings nationwide to translate nutrition guidance into simple, child-centred practices that make a real difference. Her message is clear: it’s not about perfection — it’s about progress, confidence, and creating habits that last a lifetime.
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