Healthy Habits for Life: Sleep, Food & Fitness
Explore the vital connection between physical health and mental wellbeing.
This pathway covers the impact of nutrition, sleep, and exercise, empowering students to make healthy lifestyle choices.
Part of our AQA Unit Award-accredited Learning Pathways.
Healthy Habits for Life: Sleep, Food & Fitness
Explore the vital connection between physical health and mental wellbeing.
This pathway covers the impact of nutrition, sleep, and exercise, empowering students to make healthy lifestyle choices.
Part of our AQA Unit Award-accredited Learning Pathways.
What is this pathway about?
Healthy Habits for Life: Sleep, Food & Fitness is a proactive wellbeing programme that equips young people with the tools and knowledge to care for their bodies and minds.
Grounded in everyday life skills, this pathway supports KS3–4 learners in developing positive routines around sleep, nutrition, exercise and self-care — key for emotional regulation, focus, and long-term resilience. All learning is recognised through AQA Unit Award certification.
What is this pathway about?
Healthy Habits for Life: Sleep, Food & Fitness is a proactive wellbeing programme that equips young people with the tools and knowledge to care for their bodies and minds.
Grounded in everyday life skills, this pathway supports KS3–4 learners in developing positive routines around sleep, nutrition, exercise and self-care — key for emotional regulation, focus, and long-term resilience. All learning is recognised through AQA Unit Award certification.
Learning Outcomes
Improved understanding of the link between physical and mental health
Practical routines that promote calm, focus and emotional regulation
Increased motivation for self-care and physical activity
Personal wellbeing plan with short- and long-term goals
An AQA Unit Award certificate for achievement
Ideal For
SEND and SEMH support
Learners struggling with routine, self-care or emotional regulation
PSHE, RSHE and Personal Development delivery
Behaviour and nurture programmes focused on lifestyle change
Whole-school wellbeing or preventative interventions
Learning Outcomes
Improved understanding of the link between physical and mental health
Practical routines that promote calm, focus and emotional regulation
Increased motivation for self-care and physical activity
Personal wellbeing plan with short- and long-term goals
An AQA Unit Award certificate for achievement
Ideal For
SEND and SEMH support
Learners struggling with routine, self-care or emotional regulation
PSHE, RSHE and Personal Development delivery
Behaviour and nurture programmes focused on lifestyle change
Whole-school wellbeing or preventative interventions
Key Topics Covered
Why Healthy Habits Matter
Understand how sleep, food and movement affect energy, mood, concentration and overall wellbeing.
Feel-Good Fitness
Engage in physical activity in a fun, non-competitive way and reflect on its mental and emotional benefits.
Sleep Smarter
Learn about the sleep cycle, signs of poor sleep, and simple steps to build a better bedtime routine.
Planning Healthy Routines
Use planners and personal reflection to create sustainable daily or weekly habits.
Eat for Energy
Explore the importance of balanced meals, hydration, and how food choices impact mood and focus.
Personal Wellbeing Goals
Learners set achievable targets for rest, nutrition or movement, and track their progress.
Key Topics Covered
Why Healthy Habits Matter
Understand how sleep, food and movement affect energy, mood, concentration and overall wellbeing.
Feel-Good Fitness
Engage in physical activity in a fun, non-competitive way and reflect on its mental and emotional benefits.
Sleep Smarter
Learn about the sleep cycle, signs of poor sleep, and simple steps to build a better bedtime routine.
Planning Healthy Routines
Use planners and personal reflection to create sustainable daily or weekly habits.
Eat for Energy
Explore the importance of balanced meals, hydration, and how food choices impact mood and focus.
Personal Wellbeing Goals
Learners set achievable targets for rest, nutrition or movement, and track their progress.
What’s Included:
What’s Included:
What Schools Say About Our Pathways
“This opened up conversations we’d never had — food, sleep, even screen time. It made wellbeing real and manageable for our students.”
— Head of Inclusion, KS4 Pupil Referral Unit
What Schools Say About Our Pathways
“This opened up conversations we’d never had — food, sleep, even screen time. It made wellbeing real and manageable for our students.”
— Head of Inclusion, KS4 Pupil Referral Unit