Where possible, student medication should be administered by parents at home at times other than school hours.

As this is not possible in all instances, before the Principal approves school staff to administer prescribed medication to students, there are requirements that must be met. No medication will be administered in school hours except by prior written agreement and approval by the Principal or delegate.

Please read the Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Hilton Medical Plans, Medication and First Aid Procedure for more information.

The school is required to report various communicable diseases to the Department of Health. Various communicable diseases require exclusion from the school. Full information can be found in the Communicable Disease Guidelines. If you are worried about a child’s health, always seek medical advice or call health direct Australia on telephone 1800 022 222 (24 hours).

Please notify the Administration Office if the school needs to be aware of any medical conditions that needs attention within our care. Please see below the relevant forms that may be required. Please ensure that all forms are completed by your doctor.