The Role of Adiwiyata Schools in Enhancing the Well-being of the School Community: A Literature Review

Abstract

The Adiwiyata School Program is an environmental education initiative aiming to establish environmentally conscious school cultures through active community participation. This
study investigates the relationship between the implementation of the Adiwiyata Program and
the enhancement of school community well-being using a literature review method. Sources include peer-reviewed articles, policy documents, and research findings from 2019 to 2024. The
review reveals that Adiwiyata positively influences several dimensions of well-being: physical,
social, emotional, and spiritual. Adiwiyata schools foster healthy school environments, cultivate
pro-environmental behaviors, and strengthen social interactions through collaborative activities.
The integration of environmental values into curricular and spiritual practices also contributes
to character development and spiritual well-being. These findings are supported by Bronfenbrenner’s ecological theory and aligned with global sustainable education models such as EcoSchools and Green School Bali. The study concludes that Adiwiyata is more than an environmental initiative—it is a holistic educational approach that promotes the overall well-being of school
communities. Strengthening policies, continuous evaluation, and the development of systematic
well-being measurement tools are recommended to sustain its impact.