The A*STARS Programme requires schools to register, commit to the core elements and select from a range of healthy lifestyle initiatives to enable them to develop a bespoke programme tailored to their needs.
The 4 Pathways
The A*STARS programme offers interventions and initiatives from birth across all stages of a child’s educational life using four customised pathways.
The Levels
Within the programme The Intermediate Pathway comprises 3 levels – Bronze, Silver and Gold. During the first year of membership schools will be assigned to the Bronze level. Levels are designed to reflect the increasing amounts of commitment from both the school and the A*STARS Team. Schools attaining higher levels are offered more support and wider access to resources, initiatives and services. All other Pathways will be offered a single tier programme.
Each year in the summer term action plans are monitored, outcomes evaluated and schools may be invited to progress to a higher level based on their success criteria.
The Benefits
The benefits of the A*STARS program are numerous and impactful:
Encouragement of Physical Activity: The A*STARS program provides opportunities for students to increase their levels of physical activity through initiatives such as walking, cycling, and scooting to and from school. By promoting active travel options, the program contributes to improved physical health and well-being among students.
Access to Walsall Council Services & Partners: Schools participating in the program gain access to a range of road safety, sustainable travel, and traffic management services including Parking enforcement and traffic management.
Tailored Solutions: The program offers customised packages of road safety and sustainable travel measures to meet the specific needs of each participating school.
Free Resources and Support: A*STARS provides schools with a wealth of free resources, training, and support materials to facilitate the implementation of road safety and sustainable travel initiatives. This support empowers schools to effectively engage students and staff in promoting safer and healthier lifestyles.
Awareness Raising: By actively promoting road safety issues within and around schools, the program helps raise awareness among students, staff, and parents. This increased awareness can lead to improved safety behaviours and reduced risks for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.
Dedicated Website: The program utilizes a dedicated A*STARS website as a central hub for resources, information, and support related to road safety and sustainable travel. This online platform enhances accessibility and facilitates communication among participating schools, stakeholders, and program administrators.
Overall, the A*STARS program offers a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support schools in promoting safer, healthier, and more sustainable travel options for their students and communities.
Our Objectives
The objectives of the A*STARS program are clear and focused, aiming to achieve several key outcomes
Expression of Interest:
Complete the expression of interest form available on the website to signify the school's intent to participate in the A*STARS programme.
Registration Audit and Needs Assessment:
Schools must then complete a registration audit and conduct a student travel survey to assess the specific needs and baseline status of their participation.
Stage 2:
Terms, Conditions, and Planning
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Terms and Conditions:
After completing stages 1-4 of the audit, schools must have the terms and conditions section signed by the headteacher and chair of governors, and then upload this documentation.
Appointment of School Co-ordinator:
Schools appoint a co-ordinator who is responsible for attending a training event, producing an action plan in conjunction with the school, and leading the programme's implementation.
Stage 3:
Training, Selection, and Programme Launch
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Selection and Training of Sheriff/Pupil:
Pupils are selected to assist the co-ordinator and take on leadership roles at both class and school levels. The A8Stars team provides training to support the initial setup.
Official Programme Launch:
With all the preliminary steps completed, the school is now ready to officially launch the A*STARS programme.
Find Out If Your School Is Registered
Discover your school in the list below! If it's not there, consider reaching out to your school to introduce them to the exciting advantages of the A*Stars program.
Join the A*Stars Programme
Joining the A*Stars programme is easy... Complete the expression of interest form and we'll be in touch asap. To find out more about the registration process click here.
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