A year full of tasty changes: How we transformed snack time at EduArt

The 2025/2026 school year at EduArt kindergartens was marked by gradual and meaningful changes to children's nutrition. Across all three branches we ran a project focused on improving and diversifying snacks, with the goal of supporting healthier eating habits and expanding children's taste experiences. The project kicked off in October 2025 with a snack audit prepared for us by nutritional therapist Alena Boukalova, and we gradually introduced the recommended changes. We added legume and fish spreads, fruit smoothies and nut butters to the menu, and increased the proportion of fresh and wholegrain bread.

The housekeeping team played a key role – a practical workshop led by a chef and nutritional therapist was prepared for them, allowing them to try out the new recipes and gain confidence in preparing them daily. The shared effort and openness to change enabled the new approaches to successfully enter everyday practice.

Children gradually adapted to the changes. Fruit smoothies were the biggest hit and quickly became a favourite snack. Legume spreads needed more time and repeated offerings, but through playful presentation the children gradually found their way to them. At the Prague 9 branch, giving spreads fairy-tale names proved very effective in encouraging children to try new flavours.

A re-audit in May confirmed the changes are having a real impact. The proportion of fresh and wholegrain bread increased, the range of nuts and nut butters expanded, and legume and fish spreads appear more frequently. Improvements were also made in the way food is served, better supporting children's independence.

The project also included educational activities. A workshop called Journey to a Happy Tummy for children and parents took place at the Prague 2 branch. Given the high interest, we plan to continue it at the Prague 4 and 9 branches. Going forward, we want to expand the range of fish spreads, introduce homemade granola, healthy fruit desserts and popular porridges. A big thank you to all the housekeepers, teachers, children and parents whose cooperation made it possible.