Substance Use/Misuse and the WNHSS National Quality Award Mark Lancett NQA Assessor
Workshop Aims Introduction to the NQA and indicators Explore a whole school approach to substance use and misuse and developing self esteem To provide an opportunity for networking and information sharing. A chance to share best practice approaches to developing pupil self-esteem and self-awareness in relation to substance misuse.
Eligibility for NQA 9th year of active involvement in local Healthy Schools scheme Must have achieved Phase 5 Sustained approach to embedding health 33 schools have been awarded the NQA, approx. 2% of all maintained schools. The target is for 10% of maintained schools to achieve the NQA by March 2015. For assessment in Sept 2013 –started Sept 2004 or earlier. Able to demonstrate a positive whole school approach to health Partnership working and support
NQA health aspects Substance Use and Misuse Safety Mental and Emotional Health and Well Being Personal Development and Relationships Food and Fitness Environment Hygiene 7 aspects are identified some of which link very closely with the objectives of the AWSCP and the aims of today’s conference
Each aspect has 4 Indicators Leadership and Communication Ethos and Environment Family and Community Involvement Curriculum
Substances covered by N.C. and PSE 4.1 Schemes of work identify a range of aspects of substances and reflect policy 4.2 The curriculum develops skills to resist unwanted peer pressure 4.3 Curriculum resources used reflect current guidance.
More information Local Healthy Schools Coordinator WNHSS webpage SchoolBeat: Drugs-Secondary