NCMP Explained in Under 3 Minutes
This short video explains what the National Child Measurement Programme is and why it takes place.
Height and Weight Measurements in Reception and Year 6
Every year, children in Reception and Year 6 are invited to have their height and weight measured as part of the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP).
The programme helps build a picture of children's growth across England and supports planning for health services. Your child's measurements are taken in school by trained staff in a private and sensitive way.
On this page, you can find information about how your child's data is used, what happens on the day, and where to get support if you have questions about your child's growth, health or wellbeing.
If you have questions about the National Child Measurement Programme or would like support following your child's measurements, please contact your local School Nursing Team for advice and guidance.
Information about the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) for parents and carers in Hampshire.
NCMP Explained in Under 3 Minutes
This short video explains what the National Child Measurement Programme is and why it takes place.
The National Child Measurement Programme is voluntary.
If you do not want your child to take part, you can let your child's school or the NCMP team know before the measurements take place. Information about how to withdraw your child should be included in the information sent home by your school.
The National Child Measurement Programme is voluntary.
If you do not want your child to take part, you can let your child's school or the NCMP team know before the measurements take place. Information about how to withdraw your child should be included in the information sent home by your school.
The National Child Measurement Programme does not diagnose medical conditions.
The measurements provide information about your child's growth and are used to help understand children's health across England.
If you have concerns about your child's health, you should speak to your GP, Health Visitor (for younger children) or School Nursing Team.
The National Child Measurement Programme does not diagnose medical conditions.
The measurements provide information about your child's growth and are used to help understand children's health across England.
If you have concerns about your child's health, you should speak to your GP, Health Visitor (for younger children) or School Nursing Team.
Sometimes children worry that they will be weighed in from of other people but height and weight measurements are carried out in a private area by trained staff.
Children are measured individually and their results are treated confidentially.
On the day a member of the School Nursing or Public Health Nursing Team will measure your child's height and weight using professional equipment.
The process is quick, simple and non-invasive. Children remain fully clothed, apart from removing coats, jumpers or shoes if needed for an accurate measurement.
Watch the video to find out what children can expect when their height and weight are measured at school.
It is a good idea to watch the video with your child so they can see what happens to reduce their anxiety.
Sometimes children worry that they will be weighed in from of other people but height and weight measurements are carried out in a private area by trained staff.
Children are measured individually and their results are treated confidentially.
On the day a member of the School Nursing or Public Health Nursing Team will measure your child's height and weight using professional equipment.
The process is quick, simple and non-invasive. Children remain fully clothed, apart from removing coats, jumpers or shoes if needed for an accurate measurement.
Watch the video to find out what children can expect when their height and weight are measured at school.
It is a good idea to watch the video with your child so they can see what happens to reduce their anxiety.
After your child's height and weight is taken, you don't need to wait for your feedback letter.
You can view your child's measurements on the day through the Parent Information Portal (PIP).
Parent portal is an online platform where you can access information about your child's health; including appointments, immunisations, Children and Family Services letters, helpful resources and more.
After your child's height and weight is taken, you don't need to wait for your feedback letter.
You can view your child's measurements on the day through the Parent Information Portal (PIP).
Parent portal is an online platform where you can access information about your child's health; including appointments, immunisations, Children and Family Services letters, helpful resources and more.
Children grow at different rates, and a single measurement does not provide a complete picture of your child's health or wellbeing.
If you would like to talk about your child's growth, eating habits, physical activity, sleep or emotional wellbeing, you can contact the Public Health Nursing Team for advice and support.
📱 Text: 07507 332417
Or find your local team:
➡️ Hampshire School Nursing Teams
Remember: Children grow and develop at different rates. The National Child Measurement Programme is designed to provide information and support, not to judge children or families. If you have questions or concerns, support is available.
Children grow at different rates, and a single measurement does not provide a complete picture of your child's health or wellbeing.
If you would like to talk about your child's growth, eating habits, physical activity, sleep or emotional wellbeing, you can contact the Public Health Nursing Team for advice and support.
📱 Text: 07507 332417
Or find your local team:
➡️ Hampshire School Nursing Teams
Remember: Children grow and develop at different rates. The National Child Measurement Programme is designed to provide information and support, not to judge children or families. If you have questions or concerns, support is available.
Many parents and carers are unsure how to discuss weight and healthy growth with their child.
This video provides practical advice on having positive, supportive conversations.
Many parents and carers are unsure how to discuss weight and healthy growth with their child.
This video provides practical advice on having positive, supportive conversations.
Every child grows differently, and families may need different kinds of support. Whether you have questions about healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, or your child's growth, help is available.
There are local services available to help with healthy eating, physical activity, sleep routines and family wellbeing.
Hampshire Healthy Steps provides advice, information and practical support for families with children aged 2 to 12 years living in Hampshire.
The programme helps families build healthy habits by focusing on areas such as eating well, sleeping well, physical activity, oral health and emotional wellbeing. Support is delivered through family health coaching sessions, which are available both online and in local communities across Hampshire.
If mealtimes are challenging, your child is a fussy eater, or you are struggling with routines such as bedtimes, Hampshire Healthy Steps can help.
Through six practical coaching steps, families can make small, achievable changes that support healthy lifestyles.
➡️ Visit Hampshire Healthy Steps
You can also find advice and guidance on these sites:
Speak to a School Nurse
If you would like to discuss your child's growth or wellbeing, you can contact the Public Health Nursing Team:
📱 Text: 07507 332417
Find your local School Nursing Team
The team may be able to offer appointments, advice, or personalised support.
Every child grows differently, and families may need different kinds of support. Whether you have questions about healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, or your child's growth, help is available.
There are local services available to help with healthy eating, physical activity, sleep routines and family wellbeing.
Hampshire Healthy Steps provides advice, information and practical support for families with children aged 2 to 12 years living in Hampshire.
The programme helps families build healthy habits by focusing on areas such as eating well, sleeping well, physical activity, oral health and emotional wellbeing. Support is delivered through family health coaching sessions, which are available both online and in local communities across Hampshire.
If mealtimes are challenging, your child is a fussy eater, or you are struggling with routines such as bedtimes, Hampshire Healthy Steps can help.
Through six practical coaching steps, families can make small, achievable changes that support healthy lifestyles.
➡️ Visit Hampshire Healthy Steps
You can also find advice and guidance on these sites:
Speak to a School Nurse
If you would like to discuss your child's growth or wellbeing, you can contact the Public Health Nursing Team:
📱 Text: 07507 332417
Find your local School Nursing Team
The team may be able to offer appointments, advice, or personalised support.
Being active can support physical and emotional wellbeing for the whole family.
Being active can support physical and emotional wellbeing for the whole family.
You can find mental health and physical wellbeing advice on the Family Information and Services Hub, including advice on emotional wellbeing, healthy lifestyles, physical activity, sleep, and where to get help if you need it.
👉 Explore mental health and physical wellbeing support one the Family Information and Services Hub
Local Health and Wellbeing Services
If you are looking for support to improve your family's health and wellbeing, Hampshire County Council provides information about a range of local services and programmes. These services can help with healthy eating, physical activity, weight management, stopping smoking, mental wellbeing and other health-related topics.
You can find mental health and physical wellbeing advice on the Family Information and Services Hub, including advice on emotional wellbeing, healthy lifestyles, physical activity, sleep, and where to get help if you need it.
👉 Explore mental health and physical wellbeing support one the Family Information and Services Hub
Local Health and Wellbeing Services
If you are looking for support to improve your family's health and wellbeing, Hampshire County Council provides information about a range of local services and programmes. These services can help with healthy eating, physical activity, weight management, stopping smoking, mental wellbeing and other health-related topics.
Information collected through the National Child Measurement Programme is handled securely and in line with data protection laws.
You can find out more about how your child's information is collected, used and stored by the organisations involved:
Information collected through the National Child Measurement Programme is handled securely and in line with data protection laws.
You can find out more about how your child's information is collected, used and stored by the organisations involved: