Promoting healthy lifestyle behaviours in the preschool setting: perceptions and needs of teachers and principals.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Preschools are important environments in shaping young children's lifestyle behaviours, including movement (physical activity, screen time, and sleep) and eating behaviours. Few studies have investigated how teachers and principals can be supported in promoting healthy lifestyle behaviours in the preschool setting and whether a digital support tool could be a way forward. This study aimed to explore preschool teachers' and principals' perceptions, needs, and prerequisites for promoting healthy lifestyle behaviours, as well as their preferences for a potential digital support.

Methods

In 2024, ten teachers and five principals from five regions across Sweden were recruited through purposive sampling and semi-structured interviews were conducted through video calls.

SUBMITTER: Nilsson E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12418632 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature