Implementing healthy school lunches in Rotterdam primary schools
Healthy School Lunch at Primary Schools in Rotterdam, the Netherlands
This study is testing if providing healthy school lunches in Rotterdam primary schools can help kids eat better and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1100 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Erasmus Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rotterdam) |
| Trial ID | NCT06058325 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to address childhood obesity by implementing healthy school lunches in primary schools in Rotterdam, where many children currently do not have access to nutritious meals. It will evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of this intervention through a prospective, single-center, cross-over design with three measurement moments. Data will be collected on the impact of the healthy lunches on children's diets and overall health, as well as feasibility through questionnaires for teachers. The participating schools are part of the 'Enjoy Being Fit!' program and have a high prevalence of overweight and obesity among students.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 4-12 years attending primary schools in Rotterdam that participate in the 'Enjoy Being Fit!' program and have a high deprivation score.
Not a fit: Children from schools that do not meet the inclusion criteria or those who already have access to healthy school lunches may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly improve children's dietary habits and contribute to reducing obesity rates in the target population.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown positive effects of healthy school lunch programs, indicating that this approach has potential based on existing evidence.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Schools: Schools will be included if they are a LF! school, have a high deprivation score and ≥ 20% overweight/obesity, and are willing to participate in the project irrespective of starting in the intervention or control period. Schools should be willing to facilitate retrieving consent from parents and should provide students time to complete the questionnaire during school hours. They should also be willing to participate in a co-creation event, in which the lunch concept for their school will be designed together with school staff, parents, and children. Schools should be willing to facilitate the implementation of a healthy school lunch and should not provide any extra activities regarding healthy school lunches during the control period. * Children: All children of the participating schools will be eligible to receive a healthy school lunch, also if parents do not provide informed consent for the research project. Data will be gathered for all children for whom informed consent is provided for participating in the data gathering. Informed consent must be signed by the parents of children who are allowed to participate in the research activities (observations and questionnaires) in the school. Additionally, when children are 12 years or older they have to sign an informed consent themselves. * Parents: All parents with children in the participating schools will be included into the project to complete questionnaires. Informed consent must be signed by the parent. * Teachers: All teachers in participating will be included into the project to complete questionnaires. Informed consent must be signed by the teacher. Exclusion Criteria: * The non-compliance of the inclusion criteria will be considered as exclusion criteria.
Where this trial is running
Rotterdam
- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC University Medical Center — Rotterdam, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Wilma Jansen, Dr. ir.
- Email: w.jansen.1@erasmusmc.nl
- Phone: +31107038460
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.