21st October 2025

Dear families, I thought it might be helpful to remind parent/carers of the procedure for students returning to school after an operation or extended period of absence. The purpose of this is to establish all or any changing needs to physical and/or medical needs that may have arisen following the absence. It’s also a good opportunity for us to review whether we can further support you and your child when returning. The procedure is as follows: • Families will be invited to a meeting in school or over teams; this will be parental choice. • Physios, nurses and class staff will be present or represented, as well as a member from the pastoral team. We will consider all support available and it may be necessary to introduce a phased return plan, to support attendance on site. We ask that you bring any paperwork from the hospital with you, so the relevant professionals can access the details and update their own records. Transport will be reinstated after the meeting and all procedures have been established. This process ensures safe practice in school and will create the best transition for students on their return. If you wish to discuss this further please do not hesitate to contact the pastoral team.

Many thanks

Kate Thompson Pastoral Manager