Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine baseline anthropometrics and nutrient intakes among Commonwealth of Dominica primary school children, and investigate the possible contribution of school feeding programs. Twenty-four-hour recalls and anthropometric measurements were conducted in 2005 (n = 199) and 2006 (n = 197). Children in the southeast region were taller and heavier, and had higher intakes of fiber, fat, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, calcium, and zinc than children in the Carib region. There were no significant differences between regions and presence of school feeding programs. Additional longitudinal studies are needed.