From 2025 onwards, the Vlaamse regering has agreed to allocate 170 euro per jaar per kind for free, healthy school meals, a significant step announced on 2025-04-29 17:03:00. This initiative aims to improve child nutrition across Flanders, with an annual budget of 70 million euros dedicated to providing fruit, soup, breakfast packs, or warm meals in schools. But how will this impact schools and families locally? Let’s explore the details before diving into the fast answer.
- 170 euro per child annually for meals
- Vlaamse regering allocates 70 million euros
- Funds support fruit, soup, breakfast, meals
- Millions spent, not all get automatic access
- Schools decide whether to participate
- CD&V raises questions about healthy meals
How will the Vlaamse regering’s 170 euro per jaar per kind impact healthy school meals?
The Vlaamse regering’s commitment to spend millions on healthy school meals is a major move to support child nutrition. However, not all children will automatically receive these meals, as schools must opt in to participate. This raises questions about equal access and implementation consistency. Additionally, some political parties, like CD&V, have expressed concerns about the program. Key points include:
- Annual funding of 170 euro per child aimed at healthy food options
- Schools decide whether to join the initiative, influencing availability
- Menu options include fruit, soup, breakfast packs, and warm meals
- 70 million euros allocated yearly to support the program
- Political debate on program execution and inclusivity
Will all schools embrace this opportunity to provide healthy meals? The coming months will show how widely the program is adopted and its real impact on children’s health. Stay informed to see how this funding shapes the future of school nutrition in Flanders.
