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"As a result of good teaching, pupils learn quickly and can apply their skills across all subjects."

- 'Good' Ofsted Report 2023 - Moorside Primary School and Nursery

Medical Matters

The school works closely with the Healthy Child Team. Every pupil is screened for vision, hearing and general growth in their Reception year. Parents may contact the health team through Mrs Price at school at any time to discuss concerns they may have about their child’s health and development.

Administering Medication in School

Medication should only be taken at school when it is essential and where not to do so would be detrimental to a child’s health.

Whenever possible medication should be taken at home. Parents and carers should seek advice from their medical practitioner on this matter.

In order for children to have medication administrated at school the following must be in place:

  • Parents/Carers must complete a written agreement and consent form.
  • Only medication prescribed by a doctor, dentist, nurse prescriber of pharmacist prescriber can be administered.
  • Non-prescribed medication will only be administered if it is part of a child’s health care plan.
  • Aspirin and ibuprofen should never be administered to a child under 16 unless they are prescribed.
  • Staff administering medication as part of an Educational Health Care Plan will be trained to ensure all documentation is accurately completed and medication is stored correctly. The school will keep records of training.
  • Children will only be able to self administer medication when is part of their health care plan and has been agreed by health care professionals and parents.

Reviews from the Children and Parents

School Visitor

Lauren's Assembly in April 2022 "Thank you for such a warm welcome, for the children's excellent behaviour and such thoughtful questions".

Y6 Parent

Reading at Moorside "I think the teachers are doing a fantastic job with reading. I believe the access children have to other forms e.g. Reading Plus etc means they are less likely to be bored and then choose to read a book as entertainment".

Mason, Year 3

Reading at Moorside "I love hearing stories from my teacher and choosing books out of the library".

Reception Parent

Reading at Moorside "I appreciate all the effort that goes into current Reading initiatives, the library visit was fantastic!"  

Y6 Parent

Marrick Residential Trip 2022 "Massive thank you to Team Moorside for all the hard work and effort which goes into trips such as these".

Marrick Residential Trip 2022 "Amazing photos, great memories.... As always you and the team have gone above and beyond. It's nice to be relaxed knowing they are so well looked after..... Thank you".

Y6 Parent

Marrick Residential Trip 2022 "Some fantastic memories made for our children, can't wait to hear all about their week away".

Gracie, Year 6

"My favourite thing about school is the teachers because they are so kind and helpful".  

Andrew, Year 6

"I enjoy when we have Forest School because we have the best hot chocolate and marshmallows and find animals".

Emily, Year 6

"I enjoy doing art with Mr Moss and Forest School. The most enjoyable thing is going on residential trips like Marrick".

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