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National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP)

3 stories · 2 councils

A national program that measures the height and weight of children in Reception and Year 6, which is a public health programme in England that measures the height and weight of children in Reception and Year 6.

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  1. Childhood obesity rates decline in Barking and Dagenham, outperforming national average for Reception-aged children Childhood obesity rates decline in Barking and Dagenham, outperforming national average for Reception-aged children Barking and Dagenham 24 July 2026
  2. Year 6 Child Obesity Rates Remain High in Barking and Dagenham Despite Slight Decrease Rates of obesity among Year 6 children in Barking and Dagenham remain a significant concern, with 42.8% of pupils classified as above a healthy weight, according to the latest... Barking and Dagenham 19 March 2026
  3. Haringey Council Reviews Services for Children Under One Haringey Council is reviewing the services it provides for children under the age of one, with a focus on ensuring equitable access and meeting the needs of this crucial... Haringey 24 October 2025