All medication requires a Request to Administer Medication form to be completed (available from the school foyer and at the bottom of this page).

This form must include clear instructions, including the name and dosage of the medication, frequency of administration, and any specific instructions or precautions.

Without a completed form, we will not be able to administer any medication.

• All medication should be hand-delivered to the school office by a parent or guardian. Please do not send medication with your child to avoid any potential misuse or safety concerns. Medications received are then placed in a secure location to ensure health and safety for all.
• Prescription medications must be in their original packaging, clearly labelled with the student's name, dosage instructions, and the prescribing healthcare professional's information.

Most medication will not need to be administered during school hours, e.g.

• Twice daily doses should be given in the morning before school and in the evening.
• Three times a day, doses can normally be given in the morning before school, immediately after (provided this is possible) and at bedtime.
• It should normally only be necessary to give medication in school if the dose needs to be given four times a day, in which case a dose is needed at lunchtime. We will administer medication, if it needs to be taken 4 times a day.
• Reasonable adjustments can be made for those children who attend The Orchard Club.
• If your child requires emergency medication (e.g., EpiPen, inhaler, epilepsy), then an Individual Health Care Plan must be in place. All staff have received annual training relating to the needs of the children in school.

Administering medication involves potential risks, including adverse reactions or errors in dosage. If a pupil experiences a negative outcome due to medical administration, the school staff member and the school itself may be held legally responsible. 

The use of non-prescribed medicines should normally be limited to a 24hr period and in all cases not exceed 48hrs. If symptoms persist, medical advice should be sought by the parent/guardian.