The Role of the School Nurse at JESS plays a crucial part of school life
- health promotion within the school environment;
- administer first aid and emergency care;
- collaboration with parents, staff and health care professionals regarding specific health concerns;
- coordination and provision of school medical examinations;
- maintenance of school health records.
To achieve this we require support from parents.....
Your child’s health is of prime importance to us and the School Nurse will be happy to discuss any concerns you may have at a mutually convenient time, please telephone the school to arrange an appointment.
Healthy Diet
Children need a healthy, balanced diet which is rich in fruit, vegetables and starchy foods such as bread, pasta and cereals. Encourage your child to eat a variety of foods to help ensure that they obtain a wide range of nutrients in order to stay healthy.
Parents are required to provide a daily snack for their child and we ask for your support in promoting a healthy diet by avoiding sweets, chocolates and sugary or fizzy drinks at school, as these foods have little or no nutritional value. As certain children have allergies to particular food items we do not allow the sharing of food. Please note that NUTS are to be avoided at all times.
Water
We live in a very hot climate and insufficient water intake can lead to dehydration. Children have access to drinking water and are encouraged to drink regularly throughout the day.
Emergencies
In the unlikely event of an emergency, the policy of JESS, as directed by the KHDA/Ministry of Education, is to take the injured child to Rashid Hospital. In this event every attempt will be made to contact parents.
N.B. it is most important that the school is informed immediately of any change of telephone numbers so that parents can be contacted in the event of illness or accident.
Immunisations and Medicals
The Department of Health requires the school to maintain current vaccination records for each child. Please inform the School Nurse when your child receives any vaccinations from your physician so that your child’s health records can be updated? Vaccinations are not administered at school.
School medicals will be carried out at various intervals, which will include a general physical examination, height and weight measurements, vision screening and hearing tests. You will be notified in advance the date of your child’s medical with the School Doctor. A written report will be sent to you upon completion of the medical.