Medical Information

The care of our pupils is paramount. We endeavour, with adequate information, to help our pupils remain healthy and to enjoy a full education. To achieve this it is important for parents, pupils and staff to work closely together. Trinity school employs two Registered General Nurses (Sr. D. Birt and Sr. V. Allison) and two local General Practitioners (Dr. M. King and Dr. E. Brown) as Medical Officers and together they oversee the medical welfare of those in the School.

Provision:

The Medical Centre is situated in the heart of the School and offers a confidential service to all pupils and staff. The Centre has a treatment area and observation rooms for sick pupils. The Doctors visit school twice a week and pupils are free to make an appointment to see them as needed. Routine daily care and treatments are given by the School Nurses.

Medical Forms:

Parents/Guardians are asked to complete the Medical Form prior to their child's arrival at Trinity, giving full details of any past medical history, allergies, known medical conditions, treatments and details of their child's current immunisation status. Consent forms for treatment in school as needed, for authorisation regarding consent for anaesthetic in the event of an emergency and for immunisation must be completed. Information regarding sleeping, diet, dental care, optician and emotional needs is also requested for boarders.

Medical Registration:

All boarders will be routinely be registered with the School Doctors who will oversee their medical welfare whilst at Trinity. On arrival all new boarders will have a consultation with the School Doctor and routine health screening (recording of height and weight, urine, vision and hearing testing) with the School Nurse.

Medicines in School:

Medicines will be administered as needed from the "approved" list of medicines in accordance with Trinity's Administration of Medicines in School Policy. All medicines are to be kept in the Medical Centre and will be administered there. Medicines, other than prescribed medicines, should not be brought to school. Asthma inhalers, however, should be kept with pupils at all times. Individual management of asthma wil be discussed with pupils on arrival.

Illness:

Boarders who become unwell and are unable to attend lessons will be cared for in the Medical Centre or in their rooms by the School Nurses or the Residential Boarding Staff. The School Doctor will be informed and will visit, if necessary. Parents/Guardians will be informed and updated regularly on their child's condition/treatment.

Infection Control:

Parents are requested to inform the school of any infectious illness/contact with regard to their child prior to their arrival at the School. If boarders develop an infectious illness in School they will be nursed in isolation within the Medical Centre.

Vaccinations:

No vaccination will be given in School without parental consent. Boarders are advised to have an annual 'flu vaccination in School. Year 9 pupils will be offered their BCG and Year 11 pupils, their school leavers' booster for polio, tetanus and diphtheria.

Dental Care:

"Denshield for Schools" insurance is offered to pupils to use in dental emergencies. Boarders are, however, encouraged to remain with their existing dentist for routine care and to have check-ups during the school holidays. The School does offer the option of joining a private Dental Care Plan and the cost of this will be charged on your account. This Care Plan covers all aspects of dental care. Please complete the section of the Medical Form stating your wishes regarding dental care.

Optician:

Sight testing, repairs and replacement glasses are available with a local optician if required. If there are specific concerns regarding your child's health, please contact the Medical Centre - Telephone 01626 774138 / 771512 and we will be happy to help.