Medical and Illness Protocols

St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School has Medical/Illness Protocols in place to ensure the health and safety of all students, staff, and visitors.

These protocols help prevent the spread of illnesses within the school community by ensuring that children who are unwell stay home until they are no longer contagious. This reduces the risk of outbreaks and helps maintain a healthy learning environment. Additionally, having clear guidelines allows the school to respond appropriately in case of medical emergencies and ensures that all students receive the necessary care and attention. These are not a definitive list but a guideline to help parents make informed decisions regarding their child.

If you have any questions, please contact our school nurse via email or phone ssp.nurse@cewa.edu.au  or 0893016848

 

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If your child has any of the following symptoms, please wait 24 hours of no symptoms, or obtain a medical clearance before sending them to school:

  • Persistent cough
  • Constant green runny nose
  • Sore throat
  • Temperature (fever)
  • Diarrhoea or vomiting
  • Undiagnosed rash
  • Uncovered sores
  • Yellow discharge from one or both eyes

 

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If your child has any of the following symptoms, send them to school but please be on call in case their condition worsens

  • Fever-free for 24 hours
  • Sporadic cough
  • Clear runny nose

 

 
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Please send your child to school if they are:

  • Active, playful, and rested
  • No fever, vomiting, or diarrhoea in the last 24 hours
  • Able to attend school with any of the above red traffic light conditions with a written medical clearance from your GP