What’s really happening with vaping in schools across the UK? As we moved through 2025, the landscape continued to shift. The headlines tell part of the story—NHS clinics treating eleven-year-olds for vaping addiction, contaminated products sending teenagers to hospital. But the comprehensive data from Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) reveals something more nuanced: a problem that has plateaued in some respects whilst deepening in others.  This article examines the latest evidence on...

The prevalence of vaping among school-aged children continues to rise across the UK, with recent statistics showing nearly one in five young people aged 11-17 have tried vaping. As you work to address this growing challenge in your school, understanding the locations where students try to hide vaping has become increasingly important for developing your prevention strategies. Your students can be remarkably creative when concealing their vaping activities, employing various tactics to avoid dete...

Vaping has quietly become one of the most pressing challenges in UK schools. According to a 2024 NHS survey, nearly 1 in 10 secondary school pupils now vape regularly, with a quarter of 11 to 15-year-olds admitting they’ve tried it.  While the upcoming 2025 disposable vape ban marks progress in curbing youth access, it doesn’t fully address the reality unfolding in corridors, bathrooms, and classrooms. With refillable devices remaining widely available, nicotine addiction in school-age chil...

Vaping has seemingly taken the world by storm, with its popularity skyrocketing in recent years. While many adults have embraced vaping as an alternative to traditional smoking, there’s a growing concern about its safety, especially given the rise in its prevalence among teenagers. A startling statistic reveals that as many as one in five 15-year-olds have tried vaping. This surge, coupled with reports of health issues and device malfunctions, prompts a pressing question: Are vaping device...

Vaping has surged in popularity recently, becoming a preferred alternative to traditional smoking for many. However, with its rise comes a pressing question: Is vaping addictive? The short answer is yes, primarily due to the nicotine content in many e-liquids. That said, some other factors and nuances contribute to its addictive nature. So, let’s delve deeper into this topic and explore the factors that contribute to its addictive nature and the implications for users. Nicotine: The Primary Ca...

Vaping, while a legal and increasingly popular choice for many adults, has raised significant concerns due to its growing prevalence among school-age children in the UK. Recent research has found that over the last year, the number of children aged 11-17 trying vaping has jumped 50%. With this alarming rise in vaping among young students, educational institutions face the challenge of ensuring a safe and conducive environment for learning. As a consequence, many establishments are turning to vap...

Schools across the UK face a growing, insidious threat. Children are unwittingly vaping Spice, a dangerous synthetic drug, mistaking it for cannabis or THC. This growing trend spans every social demographic, putting students at risk of addiction and severe health consequences. The new “epidemic”, as labelled by leading researchers including Professor Chris Pudney, was discovered after a study conducted by a partnership of bodies, including the University of Bath and schools in Greater Manche...