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Universal Drug & Alcohol Awareness Sessions
Our universal drug and alcohol awareness sessions provide children and young people with age-appropriate information about drugs, alcohol, smoking and related risks. The sessions are designed to support young people to understand the potential impact of substance use, recognise risky situations and develop the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.
Our sessions are interactive, engaging and tailored to the age and needs of the group. Sessions can be delivered as a standalone lesson, as part of a wider programme of learning, or alongside your PSHE curriculum, Health Awareness Day or safeguarding and wellbeing programme.
Price: £300 plus travel (One YP Team member, full day)
If you would like to arrange a drug and alcohol awareness session for your school, college or education setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Our Sessions
We offer universal awareness sessions across different stages of education.
KS2: Years 5 & 6
Our KS2 sessions provide an introduction to drugs, alcohol, smoking and related risks through sensitive, age-appropriate activities. Sessions use relatable scenarios and interactive activities to help children explore:
What drugs and alcohol are
How to stay safe in different situations
County lines and exploitation
Where to go for help and support
The potential risks and effects of substances
KS3 & KS4: Years 7 - 11
Our KS3 sessions build on existing knowledge and explore substance use in more depth. Young people are encouraged to think about the reasons people may choose to use substances, the risks involved and how external influences can affect decision-making. Interactive discussions and real-life scenarios help young people consider how they might respond to situations they could encounter themselves or see among their peers.Sessions can explore topics including:
Drugs and alcohol and their effects
Myths and facts about substances
Smoking and vaping
Risk-taking and decision-making
Peer pressure
Staying safe and reducing risk
County lines, exploitation and vulnerability
Where to access support
College & Post-16
Our sessions for college and post-16 students recognise the increased independence and different experiences of older young people. Sessions encourage open discussion around substance use, risk and decision-making, while providing factual information and practical advice about staying safe. Sessions can be adapted to suit the needs of your students and the priorities of your college or setting.
Alcohol and drug-related harm
Risk-taking and decision-making
Smoking and vaping
Social and peer influences
County lines and exploitation
Substance use and mental wellbeing
Staying safe at social events and in the community
How and where to access support