If a child has to take medication prescribed by a doctor or dentist during the school day, parents must complete a MED 1 form or a MED 4 form.

The MED 1 form allows school staff to administer medication to the child. Parents must deliver the medication to the school.

The MED 4 form allows pupils to carry and take their medication themselves, such as inhalers.

Prescribed medicines should be clearly marked with your child's name, the date prescribed, how often it has to be taken and for how long.

	Summary of guidance	[pdf 234KB]
	MED 2 form	[pdf 95KB]
	MED 1 form	[pdf 147KB]