Early Years Policy - Diabetes

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that enrolled children with Type 1 Diabetes and their families are supported while children are being educated and cared for by Council's Early Years Services.

To define practices in relation to:

  • the management of medical conditions
  • procedures requiring parents/guardians provision of a medical management plan if an enrolled child has a relevant medical condition (including diabetes)
  • development of a risk minimisation plan in consultation with a child’s parents/guardians
  • development of a communication plan for staff members and parents/guardians

This policy should be read in conjunction with the Early Years Policy - Managing Medical Conditions (below).

 

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