The “I Eat Healthy at My School” program was started by the Ministry of National Education under the support of First Lady Mrs. Emine ERDOĞAN to help children from preschool to secondary school feel confident about their future and to make sure they develop well physically, mentally, and socially. The program aims to make sure children have access to safe and good quality food according to national and international standards as well as creating educational environments where children have access safe and healthy food. The program also aims to enhance its effectiveness through the participation of students, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders, ensuring the continuity and improvement of the program conditions while promoting healthy eating habits and regular physical activity, combating obesity, and raising awareness about food safety, security, and quality.

Food is served to our students in food establishments such as dining halls, canteens/cooperatives, cafeterias, buffets, and tea rooms operating within public and private educational institutions under Ministry of National Education. It is important to know that the food students eat at school can affect their physical growth and learning. In this context, raising awareness about food safety and adequate and balanced nutrition is aimed to be achieved in schools and educational institutions.