Why invest in Health Promoting Schools?

This Schools4Health policy brief outlines why the Health Promoting School (HPS) approach is a crucial and cost-effective strategy to create healthier learning environments. Highlights from the brief: Evidence that healthier students perform better academically and socially; A breakdown of the six core pillars of the HPS approach, including healthy environments, curriculum, and community links; Concrete examples from Spain, Romania, Slovenia, and other EU countries demonstrating how policy frameworks can support the adoption of HPS models; Practical calls to action for policymakers, school leaders, and practitioners.