Vaping toolkit for schools

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Southeast position statement on vaping

The South East ADPH 2024 position statement on vaping provides a regional public health consensus, offering valuable guidance to help organisations shape their policies and practices. It reflects the most recent evidence, best practice guidelines, and relevant regulations, while also summarising key communication messages.

Managing vapes in school guidance

The South East ADPH has produced advice and guidance for managing vapes in schools, targeted at Headteachers, school staff, safeguarding leads, and governing bodies. This document provides practical advice on how to address vaping within the school environment.

Posters

Displayable in key areas such as school toilets, classrooms, canteens, and noticeboards, these posters provide clear messaging on vaping. ​

Animated Film

A short animated film that can be used in PSHE lessons, form times, and assemblies to initiate discussions.​

Classroom presentations

PowerPoint Slides for Classroom Use; Ready-to-use PowerPoint slides for teachers to guide classroom discussions alongside the animated film.​

Resources for parents

  1. Illegal Vapes: Parent & Carer Guide - Learn how to spot illegal vape products with practical advice and visual cues.
  2. A5 Vaping Leaflets [digital] - Informative, easy-to-read leaflets on vaping risks and prevention. Available for download.
  3. Cranstoun "Talking to Teens About Vaping" Pack - A comprehensive guide for parents and carers with:
    • Practical advice for conversations
    • Myth-busting facts
    • Support to promote healthier choices

Workbook and self help tool for young people

  1. Self-Help Guide to Quit Vaping - step by step strategies and practical tips to help quit vaping
  2. Youth Vaping Workbook - Interactive exercises to build awareness of vaping risks, personal goal-setting, and coping strategies