Healthcare - Learning and living healthily

Health Care – Learning and Living Healthily

Good health is essential for successful learning. Schools in Bochum work closely with the public health department, school health services, and other partners to support and empower children from an early age—physically, emotionally, and socially.

What does preventive healthcare involve?

  • Pre-school health screenings: prior to school enrollment by the Child and Adolescent Health Service

  • Vaccination Counseling and Hygiene Measures: Information on vaccinations, infection control, and hygiene in everyday school life

  • Dental prophylaxis: Regular dental health programs in Grundschulen

  • Promoting Healthy Eating and Physical Activity: Projects and lesson plans on healthy lifestyles

  • Mental Health: Education, prevention, and support for stress, anxiety, or emotional distress

  • Addiction Prevention: age-appropriate resources on media consumption, alcohol, tobacco, and other risks

How is preventive healthcare implemented?

  • through school-based health programs

  • through partnerships with public health departments, health insurance companies, and prevention partners

  • through professional development for teachers and educational staff

  • by involving parents and students in health-promoting initiatives

Real-world example

A Grundschule is launching a "active recess" program. In collaboration with the public health department and a sports club, activity stations are being set up in the schoolyard. At the same time, the children are participating in workshops on healthy eating and relaxation techniques.

Focus on Mental Health

More and more schools are making a concerted effort to promote mental health. School social workers, guidance counselors, and external specialized agencies offer counseling, workshops, and crisis intervention—all on a confidential and accessible basis.

Parental involvement as part of preventive care

Parents are actively involved—for example, through information sessions, letters to parents, or joint activities. The goal is to integrate health promotion into everyday family life.

Social Perspective

Health promotion in schools helps promote equal opportunities. It helps identify and address health disparities early on—regardless of background or social status.

Learn more

The Bochum Public Health Department provides information on school health services, prevention programs, and contact persons. Schools also provide information about their health plans and partnerships.