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  1. Learning resources
  2. Schools

For schools

Our school resources, Dental Buddy and Brushtime, are specially designed to help children learn about oral health in fun, engaging and age-appropriate ways.

Developed for Early Years through to Key Stage 2, they support teachers, schools and settings in building healthy habits that can last a lifetime.

Through interactive activities, lesson materials and practical guidance, these programmes make learning about teeth and gums simple, positive and memorable.

Dental Buddy

Dental Buddy

Dental Buddy is a series of free educational resources aimed at nursery and schoolchildren in order to increase the amount of time oral health is taught in the classroom. Read more

Published: 12th April, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2026

Author:

Our work with schools

Our work with schools

From brushing their first tooth, to their first trip to the dentist, we are dedicated to working with nurseries and schools everywhere to improve the oral health and wellbeing of young children. Read more

Published: 20th December, 2017

Updated: 18th February, 2026

Author: David Arnold

Brush Time

Brush Time

Brush Time is a new and comprehensive tooth brushing programme, developed by us, to advise nursery and school staff on how they can help children to brush their teeth correctly. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2017

Updated: 28th January, 2026

Author: Anonymised User

Early Years’ Foundation Stage

Early Years’ Foundation Stage

Our Early Years’ Foundation Stage (ages 0-5) framework includes a basic teaching of oral hygiene for children from birth until the end of the academic year in which their fifth birthday occurs. Read more

Published: 9th December, 2017

Updated: 28th January, 2026

Author: David Arnold

Key Stage One

Key Stage One

For Key Stage One (ages 5-7), we build on a child's own experiences, explaining why they need to be a good buddy to their mouth, how to look after them and what different teeth do. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2017

Updated: 28th January, 2026

Author: David Arnold

Key Stage Two

Key Stage Two

During Key Stage Two (ages 7-11), pupils learn about themselves as growing and changing individuals with their own experiences and ideas, and as members of their communities. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2017

Updated: 28th January, 2026

Author: David Arnold

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Latest

  • Key opinion leaders reach an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use

    Key opinion leaders reach an evidence-based consensus on mouthwash use

    A panel of leading dental experts has agreed an evidence-based consensus statement on the role of mouthwash as part of maintaining good oral health between dental appointments.

  • Oral Health: From Treatment to Prevention

    Oral Health: From Treatment to Prevention

    This landmark report reflects on five decades of progress in oral health and looks ahead to the future of dentistry, prevention and public health in the UK.

  • Smile Month Prevention Pledge

    Smile Month Prevention Pledge

    Sign our Smile Month Prevention Pledge, to call for a healthier, fairer and more prevention-focused future.

  • Smile Month launches 50th campaign with nationwide Wall of Smiles celebration

    Smile Month launches 50th campaign with nationwide Wall of Smiles celebration

    The Oral Health Foundation is inviting people across the UK to share their smile and become part of a nationwide “Wall of Smiles” as Smile Month officially launches its 50th campaign today.

Most read

  • What to do after a tooth extraction

    What to do after a tooth extraction

    General advice about what to do after having teeth taken out. Includes what precautions you should take and things to avoid.

  • Burning mouth syndrome

    Burning mouth syndrome

    Burning Mouth Syndrome can be an extremely uncomfortable condition which can have several potential causes.

  • Mouth ulcers

    Mouth ulcers

    Usually red or yellow in colour, mouth ulcers are painful sores that can appear inside the mouth and also on the outer lips.

  • Geographic tongue

    Geographic tongue

    Geographic tongue is a common condition which can appear on the top and sides of the tongue, and sometimes on the under-surface.

  • How to spot mouth cancer

    How to spot mouth cancer

    How much do you know about the signs and symptoms of mouth cancer? By being Mouthaware you can make a difference in the fight against mouth cancer.

  • Wisdom teeth

    Wisdom teeth

    The wisdom teeth are the last to appear, right at the back of the mouth, often between 17 and 25 but sometime many years later.

  • Jaw problems and headaches

    Jaw problems and headaches

    Learn about jaw issues, their causes, and treatments. Find out how bite problems impact teeth, gums, TMJ, muscles, and lead to headaches.

  • Cracked teeth

    Cracked teeth

    There are several ways in which your tooth can crack or break and it is important that you get it seen to as soon as possible.

  • Gum disease

    Gum disease

    Gum disease (gingivitis and periodontal disease) is swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth.

  • Lichen planus

    Lichen planus

    Lichen planus is a disease which can affect the mouth and other areas of the body. Symptoms include white patches on the inside of the cheeks.

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