SHRN Membership Benefits

Joining the School Health Research Network (SHRN) offers mainstream schools  in Wales  a unique opportunity to enhance the health and well-being of their learners. By becoming part of this unique, collaborative network, schools can access a wealth of resources and support designed to foster healthy futures and well-being.

Discover more in our information brochure.

SHRN plays a significant role in the development and delivery of the Curriculum for Wales Health and Well-being Area of Learning and Experience, as well as the planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of the Whole-School Approach to Emotional and Mental Well-being.

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1. Access to Comprehensive Tools and Resources

As members, mainstream schools in Wales gain access to a wide range of resources backed by scientific studies to enhance learner health and well-being.

Explore our impact brochure and blog page to gain valuable insights and inspiration.

Subscribe to the SHRN monthly e-news today and empower your school community with the knowledge and resources needed for success!

Discover our success stories on our case study page (available soon).

2. Improved Student Health and Well-being Outcomes

Membership of SHRN is linked to better health and well-being outcomes for learners. By implementing effective initiatives, schools can see reductions in absenteeism and improvements in overall learner performance.

3. Using Your Own SHRN School Data to Make Informed Decisions about your learners’ Health and Well-being

Schools with tools and support to collect and analyse health and well-being data. This enables schools to identify specific health needs within their learner populations and tailor interventions accordingly.

Visit our Data and reports section (available soon) to empower your school’s health and well-being efforts.

4. Professional Development Opportunities

Teachers benefit from training and learning opportunities to enhance their skills, including workshops and webinars. Helping them to stay informed about the latest trends and good practice.

Check out our webinars and take your professional development to the next level.

5. Connecting and Working Together

Being part of SHRN network allows schools to connect with other schools and health and well-being organisations. This collaboration fosters the sharing of ideas, resources, and successful strategies for promoting health and well-being.

6.Influencing Health Policies

Our strategic partnership with Public Health Wales and integration with The Welsh Network of Health and Well-being Promoting Schools (WNHWPS), along with substantive and ongoing investment from Welsh Government, has enabled SHRN to grow into a national network of research and evaluation.

SHRN is cited in over thirty Welsh Government policies and strategies as providing support for the delivery and evaluation of health and well-being policy agendas and interventions. These include the Whole-School Approach to Mental Health and Well-being (2021) and Estyn’s Healthy and Happy Report (2019).

Read more about our work at national and regional level.

7. Enhanced Community Engagement

Membership encourages schools to engage with their communities, fostering partnerships with local health organisations learner and families. This strengthens the support network for learners and promotes a culture of health and well-being within the community.

8. Helping Learners Make Healthy Choices Throughout Their Lives

By participating in SHRN, schools equip learners with essential knowledge and skills for making informed health and well-being choices throughout their lives. This focus helps grow a generation of health-conscious individuals.

9. Recognition and Credibility

Being a member of SHRN enhances a school’s credibility as a health and well-being promoting institution, attracting families and community support.

10. Positive School Environment

Ultimately, SHRN membership contributes to creating a positive school environment where health and well-being are prioritised.

By becoming a part of SHRN, schools can leverage resources, collaborate with peers, and ultimately create a healthier, more supportive learning environment. For more information or to join, please contact us.