Skipping breakfast linked to poor NAPLAN results
A recent study conducted in South Australia has shed light on the concerning prevalence of breakfast skipping among children and its significant impact on academic performance.
The research, led by Associate Professor Tess Gregory, an early years researcher, revealed that about 10 per cent of children in the state consistently skip breakfast.
This concerning trend has been linked to alarmingly lower NAPLAN results, particularly in numeracy and reading.
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Children who skip breakfast perform worse on their NAPLAN tests, a new study has found. Nine
Children who skipped breakfast daily were twice as likely to perform poorly in numeracy and 1.6 times more likely to underperform in reading tests.
Gregory emphasises the crucial role of breakfast in enhancing children's learning abilities.
She highlights the difficulty of paying attention and making the most of educational opportunities when feeling hungry.
In response to the findings, researchers are actively seeking collaboration with the government to enhance breakfast routines across South Australia.
This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress.
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