Supporting ACT Schools Health and Mental Wellbeing

The Healthy Schools Network ACT is a collaboration of local Not-For-Profit organisations that actively promote health and mental wellbeing in ACT primary schools, secondary schools and the early childhood years. Our organisations can assist ACT school teachers, school support workers and educators in many ways, including staff training, class-room resources, awareness tools, recognised programs, professional learning and general support.

What We Offer

Click on a priority area below to view what’s available for ACT schools.

Physical Activity

Programs for keeping kids active

Physical Activity

Health Conditions

Diabetes, asthma, cancer, epilepsy & more

Health Conditions

Food and Nutrition

Healthy eating and dietary programs

Food and Nutrition

Mental Wellbeing

Supporting kids mental health and general wellbeing

Mental Wellbeing

Health & Safety

Water, sun, vaping, sex, drugs & alcohol, cyber safety

Health & Safety

Teacher PL

Teachers, educators & support workers

Teacher PL

Latest News

What’s new?

Parent & Carer Support Courses Available Term 3.

1 July 2024

Check out what FREE Parents and Carer Support Courses are available across the ACT in Term 3.

Game On Pop Ups

29 May 2024

Game On is all about moving our bodies and having fun! Physical Activity Foundation is offering a series of FREE 4 Pop-up events each in 8-10 selected communities around the ACT - look for a Game On near you!

PERKS 0-8 Free Parent Workshops in Term 3

15 April 2024

The Southside Initiative has teamed up with southside Primary Schools to offer FREE parenting workshops in Term 3.

Secondary school student's use of tobacco and e-cigs 2022-2023

24 January 2024

Released in December, 2023- this report by Cancer Council presents the smoking and vaping use data, including trends over time.