National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP)

I have received my child’s NCMP measurement letter

You can find out how your child’s NCMP measurement was calculated and check how they are growing over time, by going to NHS Calculate your body mass index (BMI)

A healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, healthy teeth and gums and regular physical activity throughout childhood gives the best opportunity for positive health and wellbeing as your child grows up.

Children need to be active for at least an hour every day. It is a good idea to mix moderate activity like brisk walking with vigorous activity like running or fast cycling.

For local support and information on health and wellbeing for children, young people and families in Plymouth, view list of partner organisations

For lots of handy tips on how to eat well and move more as a family visit

• NHS Better Health: Healthier families
• NHS Healthy Steps - Step this way

For advice to help your child have healthy gums and prevent tooth decay visit

• NHS Children's teeth
• NHS Sugar: the facts
• NHS Tooth decay
• NHS Healthier Families Sugar calculator

If you would like to talk to someone about your child’s health and growth

Contact your school nurse or doctor if you would like further advice and support on how to help your child achieve positive health outcomes. You can contact the School Nursing Team by telephone - 01752 434008 or use the ChatHealth service:

• 0 to 5 years parents service - text 07480 635188
• 5 to 19 years parents service - text 07480 635189
• 11 to 19 years peoples service - text 07480 635198

Further help

If you would like support or advice about your child’s health and wellbeing, contact the School Nursing Team on 01752 434008.