About this resource
Making school gates smokefree can reduce children’s exposure to tobacco smoke and reinforce a clear smokefree message around school. This Smokefree School Gates Toolkit gives schools practical steps for introducing a supportive policy, communicating with families and signposting quit support.
What’s included?
- Step-by-step guide to introducing a Smokefree School Gates policy
- Template policy & parent communication letter to make implementation easy
- Signage options & ordering details to visually reinforce the message
- Quit smoking support information to help parents and staff access help
- Links to Healthy Schools Wales criteria to align with school health initiatives
Who is it for?
- Headteachers and school leadership teams
- School governors and policy decision-makers
- Healthy Schools coordinators
- Parents and community leaders advocating for smokefree environments