Criteria
A Healthy School:

Minimum evidence

Parents/ carers are consulted about, and involved in, the life of the school and the healthy schools priorities

• Healthy schools priorities communicated to parents / carers via e.g. newsletters, displays, membership of healthy schools task group
• Opportunities for parents / carers to influence healthy schools priorities
• Consideration given to different literacy levels and languages spoken by parents / carers if appropriate

The entrance, reception and all access points should be clearly signposted and adequate instructions for all visitors to gain access to the school

Provision of shelter and shade or procedures in place to address sun safety

• Ideally, permanent  outside shaded areas in place
• Where above is not in place other measures are taken, e.g. provision of sun hats, temporary sun shade

The school community ensures a clean, safe environment free of litter, dog faeces, graffiti and vandalism

• Procedures in place to monitor the school environment and to effectively address these issues if/when they arise

INSIDE SCHOOL:

A welcoming reception area

• The reception area and staff are friendly and welcoming
• A seating area is available
• Adequate procedures are in place for registration and identification of all visitors

Good quality/colourful display material in classrooms and corridors

• No long term empty display space
• Displays reflect the diverse world in which pupils are developing

Private space is provided where necessary

• For school nurse consultations / drop in sessions
• Medical support
• Privacy as required

Working towards the DCSF strategy for sustainable schools (see DCSF website)

TOILETS:

A pleasant toilet environment

Suitable access to toilets at all times

• Satisfactory hygiene standards inc. hot and cold running water, soap, hand drying equipment, toilet seats, flushing toilets, toilet paper, litter bins, locks on doors if appropriate and healthy practice and provision re menstruation for staff and pupils
• Cleaned regularly with effective procedures to address graffiti and clear procedures for reporting any problems
• Respectful of privacy and dignity (e.g. for changing children)