National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP)

Where can I get support?

There is support for the whole family available.

If your child’s results surprise or worry you, speak to a GP or school nurse for advice and support.

In Buckinghamshire, you can also contact Be Healthy Bucks who can support not only your child through their child weight management options, but the whole family to make healthier choices from stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake to accessing an NHS Health check.

Please click on the most appropriate age group below to find out what support is available locally:

5-7 year olds

BeeZee Academy is a series of self-directed online courses. They’re all designed to help you raise a happier and healthier family, and they’re all free!

For more information or to sign up today, please visit: BeeZee Academy • Free online healthy lifestyles course for families (beezeebodies.com)

7-13 year olds

BeeZee Families is a free, award-winning programme to help children build healthy habits around food and exercise.

The programme contains 12 weeks of family-focused sessions, packed with practical advice and lots of activities to get involved in.

To be eligible, you need to be a Buckinghamshire resident and have a child or children aged 7-13 that’s overweight on the NHS BMI centile chart.

Check your child’s BMI or sign up today: Child weight management in Buckinghamshire - Be Healthy Bucks (maximusuk.co.uk)

For 14-16 year olds (with an adult):

1:1 Health Coaching - Run by Be Healthy Bucks, this programme offers personalised support to help you reach your health and wellbeing goals. Sessions are flexible and can be conducted via video calls, telephone, or face-to-face, catering to your preferences.

BeeZee Bodies Group Sessions - Join us anytime with open enrolment! Our group sessions are designed to kickstart your journey to better health, providing a supportive and motivating environment.

Find out more here: Adult weight management in Buckinghamshire - Be Healthy Bucks (maximusuk.co.uk)

For 16+ year olds:

Health Coaching 1:1 - Be Healthy Bucks offers personalised 1:1 health coaching to help you achieve your health and wellbeing goals. Enjoy the flexibility of video calls, telephone, or face-to-face sessions to suit your lifestyle. Sessions are flexible and can be conducted via video calls, telephone, or face-to-face, catering to your preferences.

BeeZee Bodies Rolling Programme - Our group sessions are open for enrolment at any time, making it easy for you to start your healthier journey whenever you’re ready. Join us and take the first step towards a healthier you!

Slimming World or Weight Watchers - Both wellness programmes offering a flexible eating plan, group support, and lifestyle advice to help you reach your personal health goals. Get 12 weeks for free through Be Healthy Bucks.

Find out more here: Adult weight management in Buckinghamshire - Be Healthy Bucks (maximusuk.co.uk)

Other family members:

Be Healthy Bucks can support the whole family. You just have to be a Buckinghamshire resident and/or registered with a GP practice in the county.

Take a look at the wealth of support available to help you make simple changes to start feeling the benefits of a healthy life today: Home | Healthy Lifestyle Service | Be Healthy Bucks (maximusuk.co.uk)

Last reviewed: 16/09/2024