At our school, the health, safety and wellbeing of all pupils is a priority. We work closely with parents and carers to ensure that children with medical needs are fully supported during the school day.
🧒 Supporting pupils with medical conditions
We are committed to supporting children with medical conditions so that they can attend school safely and take part fully in all activities.
- We work in partnership with parents, carers and healthcare professionals
- Individual medical needs are discussed and agreed before a child starts or as needs arise
- Where appropriate, we will develop an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP) to ensure clear and consistent support
💊 Administration of medicines
In most cases, medicines should be administered at home wherever possible. However, we recognise that some children need medication during the school day.
We will:
- Administer prescribed medication where necessary
- Ensure medication is stored safely and securely
- Keep a written record of medicines given
Parents/carers must:
- Complete a medical consent form before any medication is given, available from the school office.
- Provide medication in its original container, clearly labelled with the child’s name and dosage
- Inform the school of any changes to medication or dosage
We cannot administer medication without written consent.
⚠️ Managing allergies
The safety of pupils with allergies is extremely important.
We ask all parents and carers to:
- Inform us of any allergies, intolerances or medical conditions as soon as possible
- Provide clear information about symptoms and triggers
- Ensure the school has any required medication (e.g. antihistamines, auto-injectors)
Where required, we will:
- Put an Individual Healthcare Plan in place
- Share relevant information with staff to ensure appropriate care
- Take reasonable steps to minimise risks within the school environment
🚫 Food allergies and safety
To help protect all children:
- Please do not send items containing nuts (if applicable to your school policy)
- Ensure packed lunches and snacks are clearly appropriate
- Avoid sharing food between pupils
📞 Keeping information up to date
It is essential that we have accurate and up-to-date information.
Please inform the school immediately if:
- Your child’s medical needs change
- Medication is updated or prescribed
- Contact details change
🤝 Working together
By working closely together, we can ensure that all children:
- Feel safe and supported
- Receive appropriate care when needed
- Are able to fully engage in learning and school life
💬 Need to discuss your child’s needs?
Please contact the school office to arrange a conversation with a member of staff.
