Healthy Active Learning

The impact

Supporting 40 percent of schools and kura:

“Not only has our health and physical activity transformed but the ripples can be felt across our school culture, learning, and curriculum.”

900+	34	200,000+
schools and kura supported through Healthy Active Learning	kura supported through Mātaiao	tamariki and rangatahi impacted

Evaluation

The 2025 Healthy Active Learning evaluation shows that the initiative is achieving its intended short and medium-term outcomes.

The findings show:

Changes in school culture: Physical activity and healthy eating and drinking are integrated into strategies, plans and curriculum.
Positive student outcomes: Tamariki are moving more, feel more connected and attendance has improved.
Teachers are confident: Professional development and resources strengthen Health and PE teaching, especially for early‑career teachers.
Value for money: Every $1 invested generates $2.10 in social and economic benefits, with greatest gains in high‑deprivation communities.

Massey University has led the evaluation of Healthy Active Learning.

The full baseline report is available on request from activenz@sportnz.org.nz