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Some vapes use added chemicals to create a cold or icy feeling. New research has raised concerns about three of them: WS-23, WS-3 and WS-5. We do not yet know how common they are in Wales.
Smoke-free School Gates
Helping schools create healthier, more positive spaces at the school gate.
Smoking is already prohibited on school grounds in Wales. Smoke-free school gates extend that healthy message to the place where pupils, parents and carers gather every day.
Why the school gate matters
The school gate is one of the most visible gathering points in a child’s day. A voluntary smokefree approach helps reduce the visibility of smoking, supports positive role modelling and gives schools a simple way to reinforce their wider health and wellbeing work.
Make smoking less visible
Children notice the behaviour around them. Reducing smoking at the gate helps stop it being presented as a routine part of adult life.
Support positive role models
Parents, carers and other adults help set the tone around school. A clear smokefree message makes healthy expectations visible to everyone.
Give schools practical tools
The free guides include practical materials to help schools introduce, explain and promote smoke-free school gates in their community.
Want to introduce smoke-free school gates?
Start with the free guide, then get in touch if your school, council or community group would like to talk through the campaign or available resources.