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Nina Bartelink1, Patricia van Assema2, Gerjanne Vennegoor2
1Department of Health Promotion, Research Institute of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM), Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, The Netherlands; Fontys University of Applied Sciences, School of Sport Studies, Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
The Journal of School Health
|August 19, 2024
Summary
Implementation of the health promoting school (HPS) approach varies across European countries. Higher implementation percentages correlate with better core component adoption and advanced strategies, though barriers and facilitators differ uniquely per nation.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Educational Policy
- School Health Programs
Background:
- The health promoting school (HPS) approach is globally recognized, yet its implementation varies significantly across European nations.
- Understanding these implementation differences is crucial for optimizing school health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the implementation of the HPS approach in European countries using various indicators.
- To identify patterns of consistency in implementation across different countries.
- To explore perceived barriers and facilitators influencing HPS implementation.
Main Methods:
- Data was collected via a survey conducted by the Schools for Health in Europe network's Monitoring Task 2020.
- Representatives from 24 European network member countries completed the survey.
Main Results:
- Significant variations in HPS implementation were observed among European countries.
- Higher percentages of schools implementing HPS correlated with better core component adoption and advanced strategies.
- Each country reported a distinct set of barriers and facilitators to implementation.
Conclusions:
- Countries prioritizing widespread HPS implementation also focus on implementation quality.
- Utilizing multiple implementation indicators is recommended for a comprehensive assessment of the HPS approach.
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