Run by school staff and members of the Student Representative Council (SRC), the fresh, healthy breakfast is made possible thanks to Ausrelief, Sydney Community Connect and the school’s P & C.
Studies have shown Breakfast Clubs reinforce the importance of this meal for students and parents – fuelling the body with energy and nutrients and giving the students a kick-start to their day.
Principal Darren Stevens said: “For years now I’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day; our Breakfast Club proves that this is true and for reasons other than just nutrition.
“It allows us to begin the school day with a really positive tone and has initiated a range of relationships which would not otherwise exist. We have seen student leaders emerge who take ownership of this program and it is a fine example of equity in action.”
Year 8 student Abdul said: ‘Sometimes I forget to pack my lunch for school. But now on the day of the Breakfast Club, I come to school and get breakfast and some fruit and water so I have food for the rest of the day.”
