Healthy schools
The Healthy Schools team works with schools in the district.
We help schools support the health and wellbeing of children and young people.
We help schools create healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
How we can help
We can help schools:
support healthy lifestyles
help pupils be active
support mental wellbeing
build confidence
create safe places to learn
What we offer
We offer:
physical activity programmes
healthy eating support
wellbeing training
health campaigns
staff training
advice and resources
help to improve health and wellbeing across the school
Why it matters
Good health can help pupils:
attend school more often
feel happier
learn better
take part in school life
do well in class
Who we work with
We work with:
primary schools
secondary schools
special schools
alternative provision settings
academies
maintained schools
We also support school leaders, teachers and support staff.
Get involved
We can help if your school wants to improve health and wellbeing.
To find out more, email: schoolhealth@wakefield.gov.uk