The school aims to provide a healthy, safe, and congenial environment to all its students. It has two well equipped health units staffed by a qualified General Practitioner as well as a full-time registered nurse. These medical rooms always remain open during school hours. The medical room is made available to students with acute illness such as fever, moderate to severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. While routine first aid is administered in the school but if deemed necessary, the student is sent to the health-care centre for a check-up, or, in serious cases, they are sent directly to hospital.
School caters to health care facilities as per the following parameters.
- School Nurse: School has appointed a qualified nurse to provide basic medical care, administer medications, manage chronic conditions, and address immediate health concerns.
- First Aid and Emergency Response: Schools is well-equipped with first aid kits and staff trained in basic first aid.
- Health Screenings: Regular health screenings for issues like vision, hearing, scoliosis, and dental health are conducted to help identify and address problems early.
- Medication Management: There is a clear policy for administering medication to students who require it during school hours. This includes guidelines for storing, dispensing, and documenting medication.
- Mental Health Support: School is well equipped with resources in place for addressing mental health concerns. This includes access to counsellors and psychologists.
- Health Education: Incorporating health education into the curriculum helps students develop knowledge and skills for maintaining their own health.
- Physical Education and Nutrition: School provides opportunities for physical activity and offers nutritious meals in the cafeteria to support overall health.
- Parental Involvement: Parents are well informed about their child's health status and involved in creating health plans, especially for students with special medical needs.
- Emergency Contact Information: School maintains updated emergency contact information for all students.
- Policies and Procedures: Clear policies and procedures are framed for managing various health-related situations, including emergencies, illnesses, and accidents.
- Confidentiality: All medical information is handled with strict confidentiality.
