Why it works

This resource is linked to the Well Culture pillar of Well Schools. A well school puts wellbeing at the heart of school life, creating the conditions for pupils and staff to thrive and achieve their potential. Governors and trustees can play an important role in ensuring wellbeing, physical activity and school sport are considered as part of strategic decision-making and whole-school improvement.

Question 1 - What is the impact on pupil outcomes?

A stronger focus on wellbeing and physical activity can improve pupils' engagement, behaviour, attendance and readiness to learn, supporting both academic achievement and longer-term outcomes.

Question 2 - What is the impact on staff and the wider school community?

It encourages leaders, governors and trustees to consider staff and pupil wellbeing as a whole-school priority, helping to create a more positive culture and strengthen relationships across the school community.

Question 3 - What are the wider impacts of this approach?

Embedding wellbeing and physical activity within governance makes them part of strategic decision-making rather than standalone initiatives, supporting sustained school improvement and healthier, happier school communities.