Phase 1 - Core Criteria
This is the initial preparation phase to ensure that schools have the systems in place to support their ongoing development as a health promoting school. These basic requirements outlined below:
  • Completion of a registration form including a named HPS co-ordinator.
  • Evidence of an awareness raising system.
  • Completion of self evaluation in health promoting schools.
  • Consultation with the school nurse- "Developing Health Priorities in Relation to Need".
  • Aspects of health identified within the schools development plan.
  • Mission/Vision statement embedded in the school aims.