An Active School is a school where physical activity is valued, promoted and enjoyed by all
Our Active School Slogan is:
Is fearr an sláinte ná an táinte
These are the goals of the Active School Flag initiative:
- PROMOTE physical activity in a FUN, positive and inclusive way
- INCENTIVISE schools to engage in a process self-reflection, action planning and collaboration at whole school level
- SUPPORT schools to identify strategies to energise the school day and to reduce sedentary time
- ENCOURAGE schools to strengthen their PE programmes and to promote physical literacy
- PROVIDE students with voice, space, influence and audience to participate in the decision-making process of their school
- EMPOWER schools to develop, and strengthen partnerships, with parents, local and national organisations
- GENERATE a support network for schools where best practice, innovation and successful initiatives are showcased, affirmed and shared
- GUIDE schools to create their own specific roadmap for sustained physical activity practices
- COLLABORATE with schools, national organisations and expert groups to ensure that ASF continues to deliver benefits to schools