Researchers have found that consuming a daily dose of fish oils boosts exam performances in children.

The trials were carried out on students at Toft Hill Primary School in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.

In the year-long process, 26 pupils sitting for their SATs at Toft Hill Primary School received a daily dose of the fish oil supplements.

In English, 68 per cent of the pupils were expected to achieve the national average, but after taking part in the trial 92 per cent met the required standard, reports the Daily Mail.

In Maths, 78 per cent of the pupils were expected, but, 92 per cent met the national average.

The school also observed a drastic improvement in the concentration and behaviour of those students who took part in the trial.

"The results have been outstanding with pupil concentration increasing significantly and the 2007 SATs results exceeding expectations. Unlike any other similar study we are looking at the benefits to every one of our pupils, not just those with special educational needs," the paper quoted Headmaster Richard Whitfield, as saying.

"The whole atmosphere in the school has become more positive and focused; we are not just referring to the remarkable attainment academically, as we have seen vast improvements in children's physical and social skills. I just hope this study will be of great interest to other head teachers looking to improve their school results and the well-being of their pupils," he added.

Researchers have found that consuming a daily dose of fish oils boosts exam performances in children.

The trials were carried out on students at Toft Hill Primary School in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.

In the year-long process, 26 pupils sitting for their SATs at Toft Hill Primary School received a daily dose of the fish oil supplements.

In English, 68 per cent of the pupils were expected to achieve the national average, but after taking part in the trial 92 per cent met the required standard, reports the Daily Mail.

In Maths, 78 per cent of the pupils were expected, but, 92 per cent met the national average.

The school also observed a drastic improvement in the concentration and behaviour of those students who took part in the trial.

"The results have been outstanding with pupil concentration increasing significantly and the 2007 SATs results exceeding expectations. Unlike any other similar study we are looking at the benefits to every one of our pupils, not just those with special educational needs," the paper quoted Headmaster Richard Whitfield, as saying.

"The whole atmosphere in the school has become more positive and focused; we are not just referring to the remarkable attainment academically, as we have seen vast improvements in children's physical and social skills. I just hope this study will be of great interest to other head teachers looking to improve their school results and the well-being of their pupils," he added.