Medication in School

Most pupils will at some time have a medical condition that may affect their participation in school activities. For many this will be short term; perhaps finishing a course of medication to combat an infection.  Other pupils have medical conditions that, if not properly managed, could limit their access to education. 

At Old Rayne School we ensure medication is administered and stored safely and recorded accurately.  

Please complete the form below should your child require to have any medication during the school day.  Please note that any medication given to school to administer should be clearly labelled with your child's name and date of birth.

Pupils with asthma must have immediate access to their reliever inhalers when they need them.  

Parents should provide us with a spare inhaler for their child's use.  

'Supporting Children and Young People with Healthcare Needs' 

School staff will not give non-prescribed medication to pupils. They may not know whether the pupil has taken a previous dose, or whether the medication may react with other medication being taken. If a pupil suffers from regular pain, such as a migraine, the parent/carer should authorise and supply appropriate pain killers for their child’s use with written instructions about when the child should take the medication. A member of staff will supervise the pupil taking the medicine and notify the parents.