For non-emergencies (for example headaches, stomach aches or toothache) the opening times are break and lunch times.

Outside of break or lunchtime should a student become so unwell that he/she is unable to continue with their class they will need the permission of their teacher to visit the Medical Room and will be given an Amber Card.  They will then be assessed and their medical needs be treated accordingly. Should this require for the student to be sent home the relevant parent/carer will be contacted by a member of staff.

Students should not contact parents/carers via their mobile phone during school hours as this is against the School’s Safeguarding Policy. 

   Medical Room Proceedure

Medicines

The administration of medicines is by prior arrangement with Mrs Wrenn. Please let her know either by phone, letter or note in Planner if your child needs to take medicine while in School. If the medication is long term you will be required to complete a permission form, all medicines must be brought into school in the box or bottle in which they were prescribed with the prescription label clearly visible. If you wish your child to take non-prescription medication it must be accompanied by a letter giving permission for staff to administer it and clearly show the expire date or, in the case of oral liquid, be in an unopened bottle.

Please note that we do not provide medicines of any kind.

In exceptional circumstances Paracetamol will be provided with verbal authorization from a parent/carer, this must be followed up by written authorization. A box containing an emergency inhaler is kept in the Medical Room should any student require it, this is taken outside in the event of the fire alarm being activated. 

Inhalers - Please see the letter  dated 24 October regarding Emergency Inhalers
                  Inhaler Consent Form

Sanitary Wear

The School does have a supply of pads and tampons, these are for emergencies only, please ensure that girls are carrying their own supplies.

 Water 

Please ensure that all students carry water in a clear plastic bottle to School everyday.  Water fountains are provided for them to be re-filled during break and lunchtimes.

If your child is diagnosed with any new health conditions or have any changes to their existing medical conditions (including medication changes) please inform Mrs Wrenn as soon as possible. This is to ensure that, should an emergency occur, the school has the most up-to-date medical information for each student.

Should you have any queries on any of the matters outlined here please do not hesitate to contact the School.