Happy School: Hanoi focuses on comprehensive development for students

On the morning of October 24, the Hanoi Department of Education and Training held a conference to review 1 year of implementation and launch the continued implementation of the emulation movement to build "Happy Schools" in the period of 2025 - 2030 at educational institutions in the area. The event was held when Hanoi is in the process of proposing UNESCO to recognize it as a Global Learning City.

Commend typical examples in the movement to build happy schools.

Opening the Conference, Director of the Hanoi Department of Education and Training Tran The Cuong said that in order to further improve the learning and working environment in the entire sector, the Department has issued an implementation plan and a set of criteria for building "Happy Schools". This is one of the important bases to help educational institutions implement this movement systematically and effectively; it is a testament to the determination of the Hanoi Department of Education and Training towards building a safe, friendly and happy learning environment.

“Happy School” is a journey of love and creativity. I hope that every student will feel joy, safety and respect when coming to school; Every teacher will be supported to carry out the educational mission with all their heart; Every parent will feel secure when their children study in an environment filled with love. When implementing this movement, teachers have many opportunities to innovate and promote creative teaching methods; students are cared for and develop comprehensively in terms of intelligence, physical strength, spirit and life skills. From there, creating a close connection and attachment between family, school and society”, Mr. Tran The Cuong shared.

Director of the Hanoi Department of Education and Training Tran The Cuong suggested that in the period of 2025 - 2030, to continue improving the quality and effectiveness of the movement, promoting the achieved results, overcoming shortcomings and limitations, schools need to continue to implement the "Happy School" criteria set issued by the Department of Education and Training. Schools should promote propaganda work, raise awareness among staff, teachers and students about the goals and significance of the movement, innovate teaching methods with students as the center, and comprehensively develop morality - intelligence - physical fitness - aesthetics for students.

In addition, schools strengthen training and coaching for teachers on pedagogical skills so that teachers are confident and skillful in handling real-life situations in the teaching process; focus on investing in green - clean - beautiful facilities, creative corners and experiential spaces so that teachers and students can study in a safe and friendly environment. In particular, schools strengthen close coordination with families and communities, care, share, listen and accompany in building positive relationships so that teachers and students always feel happy.

Students experience activities within the framework of the Conference.

Attending the conference, Ms. Miki Nozawa, Head of Education (UNESCO in Vietnam) shared that from anti-school violence campaigns and social-emotional education to green classrooms and digital transformation, Hanoi has proven that happiness is the foundation for quality, equity and resilience. This initiative is closely linked to UNESCO's education vision that learning is not only about academic success but also includes happiness, empathy and respect. This is also completely in line with UNESCO's Global Framework for "Happy Schools" with the orientation for schools to become nurturing and creative spaces.

“Hanoi’s approach also contributes to the city-wide vision of lifelong learning, where every citizen, regardless of age, gender or background, can learn and contribute to a better future. UNESCO welcomes Hanoi’s proposal to join the Global Learning Cities Network, which now has more than 350 cities around the world committed to sustainable urban development through learning,” said Ms. Miki Nozawa.

Exchange on content of building happy schools.

At the conference, many opinions from school leaders and students assessed that the initial movement implemented over the past year has brought positive results and needs to be expanded and continued in the coming time.

Teacher Nguyen Thu Ha, Principal of My Dinh High School (My Dinh Ward, Hanoi) said that building a happy school requires the cooperation of everyone including teachers, students and parents. The school will strive to connect the spirit of companionship so that everyone realizes their responsibility in building a "Happy School" on the basis of humanity and responsibility.

On this occasion, the Hanoi Department of Education and Training commended and rewarded 104 outstanding collectives and 20 individuals in the emulation movement to build "Happy Schools".

Source: https://baotintuc.vn/giao-duc/truong-hoc-hanh-phuc-ha-noi-chu-trong-phat-trien-toan-dien-cho-hoc-sinh-20251024122313853.htm