When the new term starts in September, children in three Isle of Wight primary schools will be tucking into more local produce at lunchtime. Gurnard, Northwood and Cowes primary schools will all be trialling a new scheme to cut food miles and encourage local producers. Funding has been made available by the Government to deliver the scheme, adding an extra 8p per head at the schools taking part in the pilot project. Lessons in the kitchen will also filter through to the classroom, where pupils will be taught about seasonal foods. Monitored by the government group behind the scheme, the three primary schools will aim to serve 50% local food, 30% organic and at least 75% non-processed food. The scheme will also be checking to see if there is an upturn in those pupils eating school dinners. If it is a success, it could be rolled out across the Island.