School sickness Evidence

School age children

We do not issue sick notes for school children, including for exams.

Department of Education Guidance

Please use the links below for more information:

Illness and your child's education

And

Supporting pupils at school with medical conditions

 

 

 

Prescriptions for over the counter medication

GPs are often asked to prescribe over-the-counter medication to satisfy nurseries and schools. This is a misuse of GP time, and is not necessary.

For more information please access this BMA link Prescribing over the counter medicines

Page last reviewed: 21 January 2026
Page created: 21 January 2026