Cumprimento de diretrizes e normas do Programa Nacional de Alimentação e Nutrição Escolar: um estudo de caso no Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de Pernambuco – IFPE Campus Recife.

Abstract

The National School Feeding Program (PNAE) is a federal public policy that ensures the regular and free provision of meals to basic education students, focusing on food security and the promotion of healthy eating habits. This case study aimed to analyze the adherence to the PNAE guidelines at the Recife campus of the Federal Institute of Pernambuco (IFPE), aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those related to Good Health and Well-Being and Zero Hunger. The research adopted an exploratory approach, collecting public data from other campuses, conducting semi-structured interviews with the director of the Student Assistance Department (DAE), and analyzing institutional documents and platforms. The data analysis revealed the institution’s level of compliance with PNAE regulations and allowed for the proposal of improvements to enhance school food practices. The study highlights the importance of collaboration with family farming, ongoing professional training, and active participation of the school community in the process. It concludes that PNAE at IFPE is an essential tool for educational inclusion and food security, making it necessary to increase investments, improve physical infrastructure, and strengthen the institutional culture around school meals as a social right. This initiative also significantly contributes to the intellectual and social development of students and serves as a foundation for future research aimed at improving the program’s implementation within the institution.