Physical inactivity and poor diet are driving obesity in the population and pose a major threat to future health globally. This theme focuses on improving the school environment to promote positive health behaviours. Whole-systems school-based interventions such as active transport, active miles and healthy school zones are equitable and thought to have sustained impact on embedding a culture of health that impacts on physical social and emotional health and wellbeing.

Funded projects

• HAPPY study: Evaluating the impact of active school environments on children's health and wellbeing
• IMprOVE cohort study: evaluating children's physical activity health and wellbeing
• Core outcome set development for school-based physical activity interventions
• Real-world evaluation of school-based physical activity interventions
• Evaluating the reach, potential impact and fidelity of a school-based physical activity intervention - The Daily Mile™