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THE HEALTH OF YOUR CHILD

School Health Services

The school nurse is a registered general nurse / registered sick children’s
nurse with further specialised training. She is responsible for meeting the
health needs of school aged children working across several schools, having
close links with general practice and other health professionals within the
primary care team. She is based at The Kingswinford School.

Shortly after your child begins school you will be invited to attend for his /
her initial health assessment. During the assessment checks on height,
weight, vision, hearing and general development will be carried out and time
will be given for you to discuss any health concerns you or your child may
have.

The school nurse is also involved in health promotion activities throughout
the school alongside the teaching staff.

The school health advisor visits school regularly. Pupils will have opportunity
to have checks on height, weight, vision, hearing and blood pressure. She is
also available to talk to parents to discuss any concerns regarding their
children’s health. Appointments can be arranged via the school office or by
contacting our school nurse directly. Contact number Emily Callaghan 01384
296596.

Head Inspection

Routine checks on hair are no longer carried out by the School Health Service.
It is therefore recommended that parents check their child’s hair weekly. If
you have any cause for concern please notify school and contact the school
nurse.

Health Visits

Please try to make all of your regular health check appointments for children
during the school holidays where possible. If your child needs to see a health
professional urgently then please inform the class teacher or ring the office.
If such a visit is necessary we would be grateful if you would collect your child
from school. No child is allowed out of school during the day without being
accompanied by an adult.

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