Nutrition Education arrives in Onslow schools

Our nom! nutritionists Skye and Laura travelled to Onslow during early in Term 3 to deliver six engaging nutrition education sessions to students from Years 1 to 10. 

The visit marks an exciting milestone for the nom! program, introducing Foodbank WA’s hands-on nutrition education initiatives to Onslow for the very first time and providing local students with the opportunity to learn practical skills that can support healthier food choices for life. 

Across the week, more than 70 students participated in the nom! sessions, which combined hands-on learning with plenty of fun. Through activities such as Eat Like a Rainbow Snake, Australian Guide to Healthy Eating Race and Shopping on a Budget, students explored the importance of healthy eating, learnt how different foods support their wellbeing and discovered how to make nutritious food choices without breaking the budget. 

Of course, one of the highlights was getting into the kitchen and putting that knowledge into practice. Students enjoyed preparing and tasting healthy recipes, with the Legendary Lasagne quickly becoming the standout favourite of the week. 

The enthusiasm and energy from students were evident throughout the visit, with many eager to participate, ask questions and get involved in the cooking activities. Experiences like these help students build confidence around food, develop practical life skills, and create positive associations with healthy eating. 

Feedback from teachers was equally as positive with one teacher saying “Having everything so organised. The kids being able to apply things they learnt through the video and through the in-class lessons in their cooking experience.” The recipe book was also a hit. Another teacher commenting that it was a wonderful way to connect with the kids on a different level, “Great having the opportunity to cook with the class. Making different dishes we all shared was a bonus.” 

The week also provided an opportunity for representatives from MinRes, Claire and Tegan, to see the program in action and witness firsthand the impact nutrition education can have on students. Their involvement highlighted the key role community partnerships play in helping Foodbank WA deliver nutrition education in regional and remote communities across the state. 

MinRes’ support facilitated the delivery of four nom! Schools programs and two additional nom! sessions in Onslow, helping ensure children and young people have access to engaging nutrition education and food literacy opportunities. 

For many students, the sessions offered new experiences, new flavours and new skills. For Foodbank WA, it represented another step towards ensuring all Western Australian children, regardless of where they live, have access to the knowledge and confidence needed to make healthy food choices. 

We are incredibly grateful to MinRes for making this inaugural Onslow visit possible and for their broader support of the nom! Schools program, helping to deliver 117 sessions to 1,776 students across 40 schools in the last financial year. We look forward to building on the success of the program and continuing to support young people in the region to develop healthy habits that will benefit them for years to come. 

Published on 1 September 2026.