My daughter started reception last week and after 3 days came home and said she wanted her birthday party at McDonalds. We were confused as she's only been to McDonalds about four times and we don't really talk about it much. Then I discovered that they are singing the Fastfood Song as part of their wake up shake up routine. I was very upset about this as I don't want fastfood brands advertised to her at school at the age of only 4! The teacher said she couldn't see the problem and referred me to the Headteacher. I spoke to the Headteacher today and I think she saw my point but doesn't want parents interfering with the curriculum. I can't believe that they can promote healthy eating and yet sing this song as part of a fitness routine!! The head said she will raise it at the staff meeting but judging by the class teacher's reaction I don't think the head will change her mind. One of the main problems is that they've been doing this song for two years and no-one has complained before. Also that although the parents I spoke to in the playground agreed it was bad, only one other parent wanted to make a fuss about it. Does anyone else have this song at their school? The head said that all the children know the song already - is this true or only true of the ones who have older brothers and sisters?
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