ARTICLE 24 – The Right to Be Healthy
As part of our ongoing Children’s Rights commitment, we are continuing our journey to embed children’s rights at the heart of everything we do.
A key focus for us this month has been the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) Article 24 – The right to be healthy.
What is Article 24?
Article 24 states that every child has the right to be as healthy as possible.
What this looks like in our setting
We work hard to help children understand the importance of looking after their physical and mental health.
You may have noticed some of the ways we are doing this:
- Encouraging healthy eating and discussing nutritious foods.
- Providing daily opportunities for physical activity and outdoor play.
- Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing through conversations and check-ins.
- Promoting good hygiene routines such as handwashing and tooth brushing.
- Creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
As part of our focus on Article 24, we recently held a Danceathon Fundraiser. The children had great fun dancing, moving and being active while raising money for the children’s fund. This was a fantastic opportunity to promote exercise, wellbeing and community spirit while helping children understand the importance of staying healthy and active.
Why this is important
Helping children develop healthy habits from an early age supports their growth, wellbeing and development. By promoting health and wellbeing, we help children feel happy, safe and ready to learn.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together.
As part of our ongoing Children’s Rights commitment, we are continuing our journey to embed children’s rights at the heart of everything we do.
