Medical Provision We are aware that participation in sport brings with it a risk of injury and we would like to reassure parents that the following provision is available in the event a student does become injured. 9 Our onsite Health Centre cares for students who are unwell or injured, and parents are contacted if their child attends. Health Centre A doctor, paramedic or qualified first aider is present pitch-side for all contact sports fixtures. They are easily identifiable in Hi-Vis jackets. Medical practitioners Participation, Performance, Elite Our school physiotherapist offers free injury triage on Mondays. Staff can refer students for assessment, so if your child has an injury - especially one that isn’t obvious - please ensure they inform a member of staff. Physiotherapist Following this initial assessment, your child may be advised to return to training; given a short-term action plan; or be referred for further treatment. Physiotherapy treatment is offered on a Wednesday afternoon and can be booked through the School physiotherapist. This is charged to students at a reduced rate. Further information is available in the School Health Centre or in the physio suite within the Sports Centre. Further treatment All staff are Emergency First Aid trained with regular renewals, and sports coaches receive a medical briefing at the start of each academic year. Staff
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