A Healthy Schools Approach
The School Health Team at Grand Erie Public Health partners with students, families, educators, school boards, and community organizations to foster healthier school communities. Together, we promote learning environments that support both academic success and well-being.
Creating a healthy school
Why it matters
Healthy young people are better learners and are more likely to complete their education. Schools play a central role in promoting student well‑being, consistent with Ontario’s education vision in Foundations for a Healthy School.
What to do
- Form a School Health Committee with students, staff, parents, and community partners.
- Set your health priorities based on your school’s strengths and needs.
- Create an action plan across five areas:
- Curriculum, teaching, and learning
- Classroom and school leadership
- Student engagement
- Social and physical environments
- Home, school, and community partnerships
- Evaluate and celebrate progress. Communicate updates to the whole school community.
Details and tips
- Meet regularly and record decisions and next steps.
- Involve students in choosing and leading activities.
- Use short pulse surveys to track change.
Need help getting started?
Contact your public health nurse:
- Haldimand-Norfolk – schoolhealth@geph.ca
- Brant-Brantford – schools@geph.ca
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