Entry into secondary school at 11years old is an important milestone in the lives of young people. It marks the start of adolescence which is the transition from childhood to adulthood. During this period adolescents experience physical, emotional and social changes. Adolescents’ future health, wellbeing and health behaviours in adulthood are influenced by the opportunities they experience at home, school and in wider society.

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