School Nurses

 

We have two school nurses on site who are happy to provide advice and information on any health related matter to pupils and parents.

Sister Freake works Monday - Wednesday.

Sister Greig works Thursday and Friday.

If your child is ill while at school, they will be sent to a school nurse. The nurse will then decide on the best treatment and will contact parents or guardians directly as required.

When joining the school all pupils must complete and return a medical form which is confidential and kept by the school nurses. It is very important that the nurses and the school is notified of any changes to a pupil's medical history or parent contact details, so they can contact parents if your child is unwell or in an emergency.

 

Download Medical Form 2010-2011 (PDF) 

 

Other support available

If parents or pupils would like further advice and information on medical matters, they can also contact the local School Nursing Team, a confidential service for school age children and their families. 

For more information please contact Sister Freake in the Sick Bay on 01603 810281 or email pfreake@hohs.co.uk.

 

Common medical queries from parents

Head Lice

As a gentle reminder, please could parents be aware of the problem of head lice and try to check their child's hair on a weekly basis. This is best done when the hair is wet and has conditioner on.

Treatments are available from the chemist or the Bug Busting method can be used.

 

Vomiting/ Diarrhoea 

If your child is unwell with vomiting and/or diarrhoea please keep them away from school for 48 hours following the last episode.