Is My Child Too Unwell for school or Nursery?

When to keep your child at home: 

If they’ve had vomiting or diarrhoea, wait at least 48 hours after the last episode before returning. 

If they have illnesses such as:  

High temperature 

Chickenpox 

Impetigo 

Scarlet fever 

Seek NHS advice or call 111 if your child: 

Has a fever that doesn’t go down 

Is very drowsy or hard to wake 

Has breathing difficulties, a rash that doesn’t fade, or signs of dehydration 

Call 999 in an emergency. 

We follow guidance from Public Health England and the NHS. The NHS website explains when to keep your child at home, how to treat common illnesses, and when to seek medical advice. 

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