1. An Overview of Spartans Smilers Kenny Cameron

2. Introduction Spartans Smilers at Forthview Primary School 52 children Introduction to Academy Background to Smilers Smilers Programme Learning Styles Impact so far

3. Introduction to Academy Registered Charity Social Enterprise provide new opportunities for more people to participate in sport and recreational activities. provide learning and development opportunities for people. have a positive impact on social targets such as health improvement, increased employment opportunities and crime reduction. help strengthen community cohesion by becoming a focal point for a range of community based activities and programmes

4. Why Spartans Smilers? 92% of Primary 7 aged children in North Edinburgh have tooth decay NHS Tooth brushing Programme stops in P2 No programmes incorporating oral health & football Girl dribbles around giant tooth

5. Smilers Programme 5 week programme Classroom & Football pitch based Child Friendly Learning Styles Covering; – Plaque – Tooth Brushing – Diet – Dental Visiting – Numeracy & Literacy (CfE) Sparry

6. Smilers- Impact Edinburgh University Evaluation 80% of boys & girl retain key learning points even after 1 year Dental registration increase Over 90% of children have visited the dentist since project Children teaching family members at home Children love Sparry

7. Challenges Timing- NHS staff part time Funding School Time tables

8. Long Term Sustainability NHS Licensing Funding

9. Questions Thank you for your time. Questions?