The Headteacher (or his/her nominee) will only administer medicines prescribed by a doctor.

The consent form (16KB - pdf help)  should be completed by the parent or guardian of the pupil and be delivered personally, together with the medicine, to the Headteacher or his/her nominee.

The medicine should be in date and clearly labelled with:

1. its contents;
2. the owner's name
3. dosage;
4. the prescribing doctor's name.

The information given on the consent form is requested in confidence, to ensure that the Headteacher is fully aware of the medical needs of your child.

While no staff member can be compelled to give medical treatment to a pupil, it is hoped that the support given through parental consent, the support of the County Council through these guidelines, and the help of the School Medical Service will encourage them to see this as part of the pastoral role. Where such arrangements fail it is the parents' responsibility to make appropriate alternative arrangements.