Philosophy and Objectives

Good health is defined by the World Health Organization as the complete physical, mental and social well being. Based on this the school believes:

• That good heath is more than the absence of disease.

• That school health is an integral part of the total education program, because good health is essential to learning.

• That health education, based on sound principles of learning and meeting the needs of the individual and the community, should build good health habits and attitudes.

• That the health program in the school should provide the children with experience and information that will promote their assuming responsibility for their own health and welfare.

Polices and Procedures

• All students and staff must have a complete current health record kept on file. These records are confidential and kept in a secure and permanent place in the school clinic.

• All students must undergo an annual basic medical check up performed by the school doctor and nurses. This examination includes weight, height, growth curves, hair, feet, vision, ear drum, chest, heart, abdomen and some musculoskeletal deformities.

• Proof of current immunization record which is required by the Saudi Ministry of Health (MOH) must be submitted as part of the completed registration form.

• The school health team (one doctor, and two nurses) must be informed of any student with a chronic, life threatening condition (e.g. diabetes, asthma, allergies, etc.), and will communicate this information with the student's teachers. 

• No medication of any kind may be administered to a student who does not have written permission from the parent.

• School Doctor/Nurse will contact Parents/Guardians in the following situations:

4If a student is determined ill and cannot complete the day in school.  The student will remain in the clinic until he/she

    are picked up.

4To discuss an apparent medical problem that needs attention.

4 To advise to follow up through outside referral.

• Any student leaving the school for any medical reason (i.e. doctors' appointments) must show the appointment slip and receive permission from the school doctor.

• The student should have a valid hall pass to see any member of the school health team, except in an emergency.

• The school keeps accurate records regarding visits to the school clinic including date, time, treatment and recommendations made.

• All students going on fieldtrips are accompanied by a teacher who has first aid training and a first aid kit is always available with them.

• All school staff is highly recommended to have first aid course training and receive a certificate.

• Among the school health team responsibilities are:

4Ensuring the appropriate level of medical supplies are available at all time or all campuses.

4Assisting physical education and science teachers with the teaching of health related topics.

 4Assisting the students in becoming more self-reliant and knowledgeable about their own bodies, health, and specific   

     medical conditions where applicable.

4Monitoring the school environment general hygiene, cleanliness and safety to ensure the optimum environment for

    learning.