Can we work on the criteria in any order?

How you work through the criteria is up to your school. You are probably doing some work in many areas already. Use the Getting Started guide as a planning tool and go from there.

What if we can’t meet one of the Award criteria?

The Award criteria have been developed in conjunction with Tasmanian primary school staff, health professionals and Department of Education advisors. The criteria are achievable by all schools. However, it you feel that you are unable to meet a particular Award criteria please contact the Move Well Eat Well Program Manager to discuss further.

What if a staff member or parent does not support an Award criteria?

If there is a lack of support for an Award criteria, identify the cause of resistance, which may include lack of knowledge or skills, perceived workload, loss of control in decision-making or a dislike of change. Information provided in Starter Pack can help you engage, inform and support school community members and address typical concerns.

What about other initiatives to support healthy eating and physical activity?

The Award criteria are identified as the key ways schools can support healthy eating and physical activity. However, schools that are undertaking or would like to undertake further initiatives to support student health, e.g. Active-After School Communities or the Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative (AuSSI). Your school may be interested in implementing additional projects. However, they cannot be used in place of the Award criteria to become a Move Well Eat Well Award School. There is space provided in the Award Application form to highlight your additional achievements.