Nutrition with Sammy delivers fun, interactive and curriculum-aligned nutrition workshops that spark curiosity, build confidence and inspire healthier habits in kids from Prep to teens.
Sammy brings nutrition and well-being to life through colourful, hands-on experiences from interactive digestive displays and food discovery games to mindful
eating sessions that help children tune into how their body feels.
Every workshop is designed to help children understand how their body works, why food matters and how their choices influence their energy, mood, relationships, learning and everyday life.
Itโs nutrition education that sticks. Joyful, practical and grounded in real-life understanding.
We are not what we eatโฆ but what we absorb!
About Nutrition With Sammy
Sammy is a Clinical Nutritionist, published author and mum who brings warmth, humour and lived experience to every session. Her story began in childhood, navigating anxiety and panic disorder long before she had the tools to understand what her body was trying to tell her. This journey later shaped her passion for the connection between food, the nervous system and overall well-being.
Through study and personal experience, Sammy discovered that health isnโt just about what we eat, itโs about absorption, digestion, energy, emotions and how our body responds. Motherhood deepened this understanding, showing her how important it is to help children build a healthy relationship with food and develop trust in their own bodies.
With more than 30 years of personal and clinical insight, plus a background in entertainment, Sammy has a unique ability to connect with kids through storytelling, humour and immersive, hands-on learning. She openly shares parts of her own childhood (including friendships, big feelings, anxiety and resilience) creating a safe, relatable and engaging space where kids learn not just the โfacts,โ but the why behind them.
Sammy was recently recognised as Runner Up in the Jamie Oliver Food Hero Awards, celebrating her impact in childrenโs food education across Australia.
Sammyโs workshops empower children to understand themselves, make choices that support their well-being and recognise that their body is always communicating with them.
Educating Kids About Nutrition With School Incursions
Designed for primary students (Prep to Year 6) and junior secondary (Years 7โ9), these incursions align with the Australian Curriculum and complement what students are already learning in class.
Sammy transforms classrooms into vibrant, interactive learning spaces where students explore how their body works, why nourishment matters and how their food choices affect energy, mood and learning. Each session blends science with fun to create memorable โlightbulb moments.โ
Key components of the incursions include:
- Digestive System Exploration – A hands-on look at the digestive system using engaging props and visual displays that help students understand each stage of digestion.
- Healthy Eating Habits – Students learn healthy eating habits that improve digestion and overall well-being, including the importance of chewing and slowing down.
- Mindful Eating – A powerful sensory experience (sometimes blindfolded!) where students slow down, taste mindfully and learn to listen to their bodyโs signals.
These incursions provide a holistic, engaging approach to nutrition education supporting teachers, enriching curriculum learning and helping students form a positive relationship with food.
Interactive Kids’ Nutrition Workshops
Nutrition with Sammy also offers a range of workshops designed for children aged 5โ12 years. These sessions are ideal for outside school hours care, school holiday programs, libraries and community clubs.
The most popular workshop is Eat the Rainbow, where children enjoy a sensory-rich exploration of colourful foods, learning how each colour supports their body.
These workshops encourage children to explore nutrition in a joyful, hands-on way leaving them inspired to make more informed decisions for their bodies and their well-being.
Testimonials
โAfter Sammy held her first workshop, we immediately booked her for the following holiday break as the kids absolutely LOVED her interactive and informative session. Highly recommend!โ โ Bec, Lemonade Kids (School Holiday Programs)
โโฆSammyโs professional, fun, and outstanding nutritional knowledge made for the best workshop! You will not be disappointed!!!โฆโ โ Denise, Now Healthy (Health Shop)
โโฆSammy has a warm and nurturing demeanour, which made the children feel comfortable and eager to participate. I highly recommend Sammy for anyone looking to instil healthy eating habits in childrenโฆโ โ Tammy Hare, Director (Day Care Centre)
โSammy came to deliver educational, fun sessions to over 700 students aged 4โ8 at our schoolโs Under 8โs Day. It was amazing! I would highly recommend Nutrition with Sammy to any school.โ โ Sarah Walton, Deputy Principal (Primary State School)
โFantastic. The students were engaged from the beginning to the end. Great match up to our health unit of learning and Sammy even used our Tier 2 words. Loved it!โ โ Sharryn Viney, Teacher (Christian College)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can incursions be custom designed for my school? Yes! Incursions are flexible and can be tailored to your schoolโs needs. Sessions can focus on digestion, healthy habits, mindful eating, emotional well-being or a deeper exploration of the foodโmood connection.
If your school has specific goals or themes, Sammy is happy to incorporate and extend on them.
How long do the incursions last? Incursions run for up to 90 minutes, depending on the year level, group size and the amount of hands-on content included.
How many students can the incursions cater for? Incursions are offered in three formats:
- Small Group / Single Class (up to 30 students) – Highly interactive, hands-on and personalised. Ideal for deep learning, mindful eating and group activities.
- Medium Group (up to 60 students) – Still interactive, with demonstrations, shared activities and strong engagement.
- Large Group / Year Level (60+ students) – Delivered as a whole school show or large presentation-style session. Still fun, educational and engaging, with reduced individual hands-on elements due to group size.
To find out more, please visit the Nutrition with Sammy website.