A Simple Guide for Schools, Parents, and Caregivers in Cambodia

At KidHero, we believe every child deserves a healthy meal that fuels their body and mind. Between the ages of 3 and 6, children experience rapid growth, both physically and mentally. What they eat during these years can significantly impact their development, energy levels, concentration, and emotional health.

But what does a balanced meal look like for this age group? Whether you’re a school principal, preschool teacher, or a parent trying to do your best this guide will break it down.

In Cambodia, thousands of young children walk into classrooms every day carrying more than just their school bags. Many carry an invisible burden the lack of proper nutrition that fuels their bodies and minds.

As a parent, founder, and citizen, I kept asking myself: Why are school meals not a priority in a child’s education journey? The more I looked, the clearer it became Cambodia has a silent crisis in school nutrition, and almost no one is solving it at scale.

That’s why we started KidHero.