Projecto Erasmus+ | Juan XXIII Zaidín

KA210-SCH Erasmus+ Project

The WHO Constitution (1946) envisages "the highest attainable standard of health as a fundamental right of every human being.” A rights-based approach to health requires that health policy and programmes prioritize the needs of those furthest behind first towards greater equity, a principle that has been echoed in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Universal Health Coverage states that create a cohesive and efficient approach in schools to promoting health and wellbeing for inclusion. In the Treaty of Lisbon, the EU committed to ensuring a high level of healthy life style promoting through education system.

Our main objectives

To decrease the number of consumers of fast food in our target group by at least 55% after the 2 project years.
To raise the awareness of at least 60% of participants about the principles of healthy eating*To increase physical activity to a minimum of 45 min per day for 55% of students.
To improve communication and interpersonal skills and self-confidence in a European environment of at least 65% of participants.
To develop the knowledge about the diversity of European life style, sports and cultures of at least 60% participants, raising participants' awareness of balanced diets, and maintaining their wellbeing and health through education.
Encourage the use of food and sport activities as a tool for inclusion.

Facilitate the sharing of information between participants about their different food cultures.
Inform the participants about the principles of the “Slow Food” movement& the importance of consuming local products and Zero km of food.
Share the best practices on how to integrate different social groups through the use of food.
Discover the variety and the similarities in the traditional dishes of Europe * Encourage active citizenship, create lasting bonds and express creativity.
Promote, through gender equal sports, an active lifestyle.

By increasing the awareness of the target group of primary school students (especially disadvantaged, having obesity and/or weight problems) teachers and parents about healthy living style and healthy eating, they will be provided with permanent knowledge, behaviour and skills. Strengthening our students' understanding of combating the tendency to sedentarism, unhealthy eating habits in EU dimension at an early age.

Desired results

In geographical balance, we will achieve the following results with the strong cooperation of partners from the fields of expertise where institutions will support each other:

Pre and post test digital reports.
Project results and outputs obtained after LTTAs.
Cultural Heritage Food Digital Map and FoodPedia.
OER platform (consists of learning unites, exercises, games, case studies and apps).

Toolkit for gender equal sports and outdoor activities.
Guideline to promote the uptake of project results and products.
Journals, brochures, 4 mobility reports, 5 newsletters.
Scientific article.

Our target groups

Students of Project Partners

Colegio Juan XXIII Zaidín: This coordinator institution encompasses students from various educational levels, focusing primarily on primary school students.
VŠĮ Debesų kiemas: Provides outdoor education and summer courses for primary school students from different European countries.
Agrupamento de Escolas de Pedome: The primary school has 1515 students, with 58% receiving school social assistance and over 5% having special needs.
YIMEM: An umbrella organization of 23 primary schools. Within these, 10 schools serve students in disadvantaged regions with limited opportunities. The student demographics include:
- 30% with weight and unhealthy diet issues.
- 68% are inactive.
- 30% avoid PE classes.
- 45% feel social exclusion or gender gaps.
- A substantial number engage excessively in mobile phones, computers, and computer games.
- 20% from refugee backgrounds face challenges in leading a healthy life and suffer from cultural erosion.

The project's goal is to establish a healthy life foundation for students both inside and outside the classroom and promote their inclusion in school and the broader community.

Primary Target Group Characteristics

Exposed to social exclusion due to social, economic, geographical, or physical disadvantages.
Challenges with overweight, obesity, ethnic identity, refugee background, gender inequalities, and digital gap.
Negative experiences such as depression, stress, anxiety, loneliness.
Poor eating habits, digital addiction, lack of participation in sports or outdoor activities.
No prior participation in eTwinning projects or Erasmus+ mobility programs.

Since children represent the main concern of society, the project adopts an inclusive approach; therefore, families will be involved as well as local community representatives in a common goal to achieve the activities.

The other target group is the primary school teachers who are the key figure to uniting students from various profiles in a single identity focus in our schools who need to help pupils acknowledge healthy lifestyles, teach healthy life theme in an inclusive perspective, broaden their horizon in what regards healthy life and habits within the EU and provide social inclusion.

Teacher Characteristics

Interested in inclusive and innovative teaching methods.
Managing diverse classrooms with students from various backgrounds, including immigrants, special needs, refugees, and those facing obesity and weight issues.

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SMART Objectives

Our SMART objectives in 2 years project period are:

To decrease the number of consumers of fast food in our target group by at least 55%.
To raise the awareness of at least 60% of participants about the principles of healthy eating.
To increase physical activity to a minimum of 45 min per day for 55% of students.
To improve interpersonal skills in a European environment of at least 65% of participants.
To promote the diversity of European lifestyle, sports and cultures of at least
60% participants.

Our partners

Activities

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Turkiye Activity – DEVELOPING A HEALTH-PROMOTING SCHOOL

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The activity “Developing a Health-Promoting School” was hosted in Turkey by Yenisehir Ilçe MEM and took place over five days. Participants included teachers and students from Lithuania, Spain, and Portugal, who collaborated on strategies to embed healthy lifestyles into school culture and policies.

On Day 1, participants explored the concept of a “health-promoting school” through a combination of presentations, field visits, and best-practice sharing. Turkish hosts showcased successful school initiatives related to nutrition, physical activity, mental health, and environmental awareness.

Day 2 featured workshops on creating inclusive school policies. Each partner shared their local school health frameworks. Together, they co-developed a "Healthy School Policy Draft", tailored to fit different educational contexts while supporting European health guidelines.

Day 3 involved the design of a School Health Audit Tool. This tool allows schools to assess their environment in areas like food, movement, emotional well-being, and inclusivity. Partners tested and refined the tool using real data collected in local pilot schools.

Day 4, teams worked on creating integrated lesson plans and school-wide campaigns to promote healthy living. Topics included mindfulness, digital detox, hydration routines, and movement breaks during class time.

Day 5 concluded with presentations of action plans from each country on how they would implement the audit tool and policy drafts in their schools. A closing ceremony included a “Healthy School Commitment” where schools pledged specific changes.

This activity contributed to building long-term, sustainable approaches to school health across Europe. It empowered educators to become change agents and gave students a voice in shaping healthier, more inclusive school environments. Key outcomes—like the audit tool, lesson plans, and policy drafts—will be shared on the OER platform to inspire further replication.

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Spain Activity – LET’S EAT HEALTHIER

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The “LET’S EAT HEALTHIER” activity was hosted by Colegio Juan XXIII in Spain and lasted five days, with participation from schools in Turkey, Portugal, and Lithuania. A total of 8 teachers and 12 primary school students directly took part. The focus was on promoting healthy eating habits and raising awareness about nutrition among students, teachers, and families.

On Day 1, schools presented their nutrition education practices and student food preferences.

Day 2 featured intercultural cooking workshops, with each partner sharing 4 traditional recipes, resulting in a joint recipe brochure and cooking videos.

Day 3 involved building a collaborative "Foodpedia" of 120 healthy food terms and word puzzles.

On Day 4, a digital food map was created to showcase popular school canteen items and zero-waste foods, including QR codes detailing 20 food and drink items.

Day 5 focused on balanced diets and nutrition tracking tools, culminating in the creation of a joint digital nutrition program.

The activity fostered intercultural exchange, critical thinking, digital literacy, teamwork, and inclusion—especially for disadvantaged or refugee students. Outputs included an e-Foodpedia, recipe videos, a digital food map, QR codes, and global school food menus. These were added to the project's online platform (OER) to benefit a wider audience. The activity strengthened awareness of healthy living and established practical tools for use in participating and non-participating schools across Europe.

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Portugal Activity – OBESITY – CAUSES AND EFFECTS ON THE SHORT, MEDIUM AND LONG TERM

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The activity “Obesity – causes and effects on the short, medium and long term” took place in Portugal and lasted five days. It was hosted by Agrupamento de Escolas de Pedome and involved schools from Spain, Turkey, and Lithuania. A total of 8 teachers and 12 students participated, focusing on raising awareness and creating educational tools to combat childhood obesity.

On Day 1, participants engaged in ice-breaking activities like the Marshmallow Challenge and Scavenger Hunt. Schools presented real case studies of obese or overweight students, which were turned into a case study booklet and dramatized through video-recorded workshops.

Day 2 focused on sharing existing lesson plans and extracurricular activities related to obesity prevention. Based on this exchange, four global anti-obesity lesson plans were co-created for future use.

On Day 3, a workshop introduced active recess games and activities. Each school shared five games, and students implemented a total of 20 activities in mixed groups, promoting physical activity. These were also filmed and shared.

Day 4 featured a virtual seminar with a medical expert discussing obesity’s physical consequences and related diseases. Mixed student groups created digital posters using Web 2.0 tools to raise awareness.

Finally, on Day 5, parents of obese students participated in a blended workshop led by health professionals. Together, they co-developed a parental guide e-booklet covering nutrition, physical activity, mental well-being, and inclusive practices.

The activity promoted holistic education and inclusion, helping teachers understand different cultural and socioeconomic contexts. Students learned about the impact of obesity early in life and how to adopt healthier habits. The results—booklets, posters, lesson plans, and videos—will be shared online, extending impact across participating and non-participating schools.

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Lithuania Activity – LET’S PLAY TOGETHER

The “LET’S PLAY TOGETHER” activity was hosted in Lithuania by VSI Debesu kiemas and lasted five days. Participants included 8 teachers and 12 students from Spain, Turkey, Portugal, and the host country. The activity aimed to promote inclusive physical activity and outdoor play as tools to fight sedentary lifestyles and improve students' well-being.

On Day 1, schools introduced their local sports and physical education practices. Each partner presented examples of gender-equal sports activities and shared challenges related to student engagement and inclusion. Ice-breaking games were also organized to encourage bonding among students.

Day 2 was dedicated to traditional games and sports. Each country demonstrated five traditional outdoor games, which were then tested by students in mixed teams. The activities were filmed, and a video collection of European schoolyard games was created.

On Day 3, partners participated in workshops to co-create a Teacher Toolkit for Outdoor and Gender-Inclusive Sports Activities, including sample lesson plans and game instructions that align with different school curricula.

Day 4 involved a session on how to use sports as a tool for social inclusion, focusing especially on disadvantaged, refugee, or inactive students. Schools shared strategies to overcome exclusion and promote participation among all students.

Finally, on Day 5, an Inclusive Sports Day was held, combining mixed-country teams in a mini-Olympics event. Students designed a “Fair Play Charter” and reflected on their learning. The session closed with evaluation and feedback from all participants.

The activity successfully enhanced students' teamwork, self-confidence, intercultural understanding, and physical activity habits. Teachers took home practical resources and inspiration to enrich their PE lessons and promote inclusion through sports. All results will be uploaded to the OER platform for broader impact.

Info Days

The “INFO DAYS” activity was the final stage of the project and took place over three days in Turkey, coordinated by Yenisehir Ilçe MEM. Its main objective was to disseminate the project’s results, promote sustainable use of the materials created, and raise awareness among a broader educational audience, including non-partner institutions.

On Day 1, an open seminar and exhibition was held, welcoming teachers, parents, educational authorities, health professionals, and local NGOs. Project partners presented the overall aims and achievements of the “Healthier Together” initiative, highlighting activities such as Foodpedia, the digital food map, healthy school menus, and inclusive sports toolkits.

Day 2 featured interactive workshops and live demonstrations of the project’s key tools and methods. Attendees were invited to test the nutrition tracking forms, play outdoor games, view cooking videos, and explore the e-Foodpedia. Feedback was collected from visitors to assess usability and potential improvements.

On Day 3, a roundtable discussion was organized with educators and local policy-makers to explore ways to integrate the project outcomes into school curricula and educational strategies at regional and national levels. Suggestions for adaptation and future collaboration were shared among stakeholders.

In total, more than 300 participants attended the Info Days, and over 500 more were reached via social media and local news coverage. Printed materials, including brochures, newsletters, and the global school menus, were distributed to schools and organizations.

The activity ensured that the project's impact extended beyond its original participants, inspiring new schools to adopt healthier, more inclusive practices. The Info Days also helped build networks for future European cooperation and positioned the project as a model for educational innovation in health and inclusion.

Welcome to our Erasmus+ Project

Healthier Together, Inclusion Better

KA210-SCH Erasmus+ Project

Our main objectives

Desired results