Will my child be exposed to illness whilst at Kinder?
During the kinder year it is very likely that your child will be exposed to some of the common infectious diseases. Many childhood illnesses, both mild and serious, begin with similar symptoms such as loss of appetite, sniffles, runny nose, etc.
Should I keep my child at home if they are unwell?
It is in the interest of all children that care is taken not to send an unwell child to kinder. Many children will be disappointed if they are unable to come to kinder when they are ill, but parents need to make it quite clear to the child that there is no choice in the matter – it is a parental decision, not the child’s.
Do I need to let anyone know if my child will be absent from Kinder?
If your child is to be away from kinder for any reason, especially if they are sick, please let the pre-school know, as it may be relevant to the day’s program. The teacher may also need to notify others in the case of chicken pox or other contagious viruses.
How long does my child need to stay away from Kinder if they have had a Gastric infection?
Gastric infections are highly contagious, especially amongst the young. Should your child have an attack of vomiting or diarrhea, please do not send them back to kinder until they have been well for at least twenty four hours.
What information do I need to provide if my child has medical needs?
If your child has any medical needs, e.g. Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Allergies, etc. please ensure you complete and provide your child’s teacher with the appropriate forms and management plans. A medication book is kept at the kinder where you will need to complete the appropriate sections should your child need medication during kinder sessions.
What happens if my child becomes unwell at Kinder?
Should a child become ill at kinder, the following steps will be taken:
- A parent will be contacted and requested to take the child home.
- If a parent is unavailable, emergency contacts will be notified and asked to take the child home.
- The child will be made comfortable, away from the other children, until the parent or emergency person comes to pick them up.
- The ill child will be under constant supervision until taken home.
What happens if my child has an accident or medical emergency whilst at Kinder?
In the case of an accident, the above procedures will apply. In the case of a medical emergency an ambulance will be called. If the injury is serious and the parents cannot be contacted, the child will be taken to hospital by ambulance.
Keep us informed
It is your responsibility, as the parent, to inform your child’s teacher of any changes to conditions or medications and to talk to them if you have any questions or concerns.
Information about infectious diseases is located in the foyer. Please take the time to look at the exclusion table, as set out by the department of human services.