11 - 14 Years

Welcome to the 11-14 Years area, which builds on the learning from the 7-11 Years area. Here you’ll find activity ideas and resources to support the teaching and learning of food with young people. They have been developed to be used by teachers to stimulate pupil’s interest in food, as well as support the curriculum.

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Food - a fact of life has developed a range of resources to support teaching and learning around sustainability in the context of food and nutrition.

The resources comprise a comprehensive presentation for pupils aged 11-14 years covering the main factors that make up a sustainable healthy diet and  three 'pick and mix' activity sheets to encourage independent learning, creativity, and deeper and more critical thinking.

The resources can be found the the Sustainable healthy food area. 

An image featuring key facts around sustainable healthy food

Want more?

  • Our 'Key terms and definitions' document contains words and phrases that will help your pupils with their studies and revision! This interactive, pdf glossary allows them to quickly find the information they need. Plus, we'll be continuously updating with new words and phrases.
  • Looking for recipes? We have a range of recipes that could be adapted and used – just look in the recipe section.
  • Want further rigour and challenge? Go to the 14-16 years area.
  • For resources and guidance to support pupils working from home, see the Remote learning area.
  • For further information around a healthy balanced diet, go to the British Nutrition Foundation website. 

The resources for pupils and children aged 11-14 years meet the Guidelines for producers and users of school education resources about food.

Nutritional analysis

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Licence to Cook

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