How our School Breakfast Program is fuelling learning across Western Australia

We believe every child deserves the chance to start their school day with a full tummy and and energy ready to learn.

Every school day, thousands of children across Western Australia start the day with a nutritious breakfast thanks to our School Breakfast Program. It supports students who may otherwise arrive at school hungry, helping to level the playing field so all students can begin their day ready to learn.

This simple start to the day has ripple effects.

Teachers tell us they see calmer classrooms, better concentration and improved wellbeing when students begin their day with a healthy meal. The benefits extend beyond the students who eat breakfast, creating a more positive start for the wider school community.

This financial year, we supported 552 schools, helping to provide a healthy breakfast to around 27,330 students every week. The School Breakfast Program continues to be one of our most valued services and is secured through to 2030 thanks to ongoing State Government funding and support from our partners.

Our School Breakfast Program provides registered schools with a range of nutritious, shelf-stable breakfast foods such as wheat biscuits, oats, canned fruit, baked beans, spaghetti and UHT milk. Schools can also access fresh produce from their nearest Foodbank WA branch, including bread, fruit, vegetables and yoghurt when available.

Schools can choose the delivery model that best fits their needs. They may run an inclusive sit-down breakfast club where students gather to eat and connect, or they may choose a discreet “as needs” option where food is provided quietly to students who need it. Both models support engagement, dignity and connection.

The impact of the School Breakfast Program is clear. Teachers tell us it “changes the whole mood of the school” and parents share how it reduces stress in the mornings. Research also shows that students begin the day in a more positive mood and feel less worried about access to food when breakfast is available at school.

All Western Australian schools that meet the membership criteria are welcome to join the program. Schools can simply contact our team on 9258 9277 or email to start the registration process or learn more about how the Program operates.

We are proud to partner with schools to support healthier, happier mornings for thousands of Western Australian children. Together, we can help ensure every child has the best possible start to their school day.