Principles and Aims
The British Council School is committed to the health and safety of all members of the school community and visitors. This First Aid and Healthcare Policy aims to ensure that all members of the school community including staff, students, parents/guardians and visitors are informed about the care procedures in case of illness and how to proceed in situations of accident or injury to resolve such incidents.
Additionally, the school is responsible for maintaining and promoting the wellbeing of all students including those with both acute and chronic medical conditions. For those students in need, the school will develop individual health plans in direct collaboration with parents/legal guardians, the school nursing team, and, when necessary, the Wellbeing and Safeguarding Coordinator. These plans will ensure that the students’ basic needs are met.
These plans will be created considering the student’s best interests while at the same time ensuring their academic progress, health and social wellbeing minimizing disruptions.
The school recognizes the importance of ensuring that all staff are trained and aware of the health needs of students.
Targets and Outcomes:
The school will protect and care for students and the entire school community, providing healthcare and first aid services for any incidents that occur during the school day.
The school will have trained staff to deliver both healthcare and first aid. The nursing team will educate and train school staff in these areas.
Reviewed September 2024
School families and staff can read the full policy on the School Community Site.