We are thrilled to announce that BestStart Lakeside Village has achieved the Healthy Heart Bronze Award from the Heart Foundation!
This award recognises our commitment to creating a healthy, active environment for our tamariki and whānau.
The Healthy Heart Award encourages centres to promote nutritious food choices, active play, and strong partnerships with families.
At BestStart Lakeside, we have embraced this kaupapa by making healthy living part of our everyday routines. Our menus feature a diverse range of cultural foods that reflect the rich heritage of our community.
From fresh fruit platters and vegetable-based dishes to flavours inspired by Māori, Pasifika, Asian, and European cuisines, we ensure that tamariki experience variety and learn to appreciate different tastes. This approach not only supports physical well-being but also celebrates cultural identity and inclusion.
Alongside healthy kai, we encourage movement through outdoor play, music, and fun physical activities. These experiences help children develop lifelong habits that support their well-being. Achieving the Bronze Award is an exciting milestone that we are extremely proud to share with our children and their whanau.
Ngā mihi nui to our amazing team and whānau for supporting this journey. Together, we are building a strong foundation for happy, healthy futures.