Fruit boost for children

A nursery has been praised for its commitment to healthy eating.

It’s the Little Things in Maghull is ensuring that children get a fruit boost every day by placing a full basket at the nursery entrance.

Nursery owner Louise Waller hopes that the children will develop good habits that will stay with them as they move onto primary, adding that the idea has proved to be a hit.

She said: "The best feedback you can have is an empty bowl!"

The menu has also been redesigned by cook David, who prepares food fresh on the premises.

The nursery’s nutritious approach has been praised by Ofsted and Environmental Health, which awarded the nursery its highest grade of five stars.