Physical Activity
Physical activity reduces the risk of serious chronic illnesses like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Regular physical activity in children and adolescents builds healthy bones and muscles and improves blood pressure, cholesterol and cardiovascular fitness.
Healthy Eating and Oral Health
Healthy eating is part of good nutrition. In childhood and adolescence a healthy diet is essential for growth and development, and helps prevent health issues such as iron deficiency, dental issues and obesity.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Mental health affects every part of school life - from academic achievement to student engagement, teacher wellbeing and staff morale.
With one in seven young Australians between 4 and 14 experiencing mental health disorders it is important to create positive environments that build resilience, encourage inclusivity and help everyone participate at every level.
Smoking, Vaping, Alcohol and Other Drugs
Smoking, vaping, alcohol and other drugs are linked to serious physical and mental health concerns. This health area focuses on creating smoke-, vape- and drug-free environments and low-risk alcohol consumption, as part of a whole-service approach to health and wellbeing.
Sun Protection
A balanced approach to UV exposure helps boost vitamin D levels, while minimising skin and eye damage, and the risk of skin cancer.
Safe Environments
A safe environment is designed to prevent unintentional injury and to promote inclusivity. This means creating school facilities that promote healthy behaviours, comply with safety guidelines, and making sure that all students can move through your school with ease, regardless of their ability. It also means creating an environment that is free from discrimination, bullying, and harassment, and where all students and staff feel supported.
Sexual Health and Wellbeing
Sexual Health and Wellbeing is about ensuring that all staff and students have access to appropriate education and resources on healthy relationships, confidence and healthy sexual behaviour. School policies about sexual health and wellbeing should reflect diversity and be inclusive of the whole school community.