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A service evaluation of the "Open Wide and Step Inside" school oral health programme
Robert Witton1,2,3, Wendy Smith3
11Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Peninsula Dental School, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom.
Introduction:
To present a service evaluation of the "Open Wide and Step Inside" oral health programme delivered in Plymouth, UK.
Aim:
To develop an oral health programme supporting Key Stage One of the National Curriculum for delivery to children aged 4-6 years in targeted schools.
Methods:
The programme was designed and developed in partnership with stakeholders from a range of sectors using a community engagement approach. The programme has been delivered in schools in targeted areas of the city since 2014/15. Outcome (participation of schools and children) and process evaluations were carried out using a range of methods to collect feedback from children, teachers and parents.
Results:
School adoption and engagement in the programme has been high exceeding the targets set for implementation. So far over 4000 children have participated in the programme and schools have welcomed support in delivering oral health as part of the national curriculum.
Conclusion:
A community engagement approach can be highly valuable in developing oral health programmes that meet community needs through collaborative design and a participatory approach.
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