Local well-being
By 2020 the government would like all schools to be models of good corporate citizenship within their local areas, enriching their educational mission with active support for the well-being of the local environment and community.
Communities face enormous pressures in many parts of the country. With their central locations and often extensive facilities, schools can act as hubs of learning and catalysts for change in their local communities, contributing to the environment and quality of life while strengthening key relationships.
Being involved in community projects that seek to improve the local area can give pupils a sense of empowerment and confidence that they can make a difference to their lives and communities. It also allows them to experience how decisions are made at first hand, and to develop applied skills that complement classroom study.
Curriculum
Schools can use the curriculum to cultivate the knowledge, values and skills needed to understand and address local issues and challenges, and reinforce this through positive activities in the school and local area.
Campus
Schools can consider the challenges facing their local surroundings and community, and identify areas where the school’s decisions, practices and services can contribute to local well-being.
Community
Schools can use their communications, services, contracts and partnerships to promote awareness of local environmental and social challenges among their stakeholders.
