Toothbrushing scheme introduced in North Somerset schools

The scheme, taking place across 23 North Somerset schools, encourages children to brush their teeth under the supervision of a trained teacher.

Supported by the North Somerset Better Health team, At Home Dental and the Big Brush Team have found engaging ways to inspire children to brush their teeth through singing, rhymes and mascots. The team has provided training and support to ensure the schools have everything they need to be able to help the children to brush their teeth.

The council is now looking to expand this scheme to more childcare settings, starting with preschools in the more deprived neighbourhoods. Eighteen settings have been identified and the council has anticipated many others will take up the scheme.