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A scottish framework for nursing in schools
SERVICE COMPONENTS
21. Transition Periods for School Age Children and Young People
Standard Statement
Support and work is focused on transition periods which include:
- from nursery into school
- from primary into secondary school
- transfers between schools
- leaving school into the workplace or continuing education
Rationale | Criteria | Achieved | Action Plan |
A reduction of routine surveillance will allow a more targeted approach to meet the changing needs of children and young people during transitional periods. A multi-agency approach to transition work, supported by drop-in facilities, open access to health professionals and appropriate health promotion can encourage children and young people to make healthy lifestyle choices or seek advice and help if necessary. | - LHCCs and Trusts support a flexible work pattern to allow school nurses to provide transitional work out-with the school environment, school day and term.
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- Liaison with all agencies ensures a co-ordinated approach to supporting children during transitions.
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- Health interviews, one to one, and small group work is used to allow early identification of children and young people who may experience difficulties, or need more support during transition periods.
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- Nurses working in schools provide advice and support to parents and carers who may have concerns about their child during periods of change or transition.
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- Effective communication and information sharing is in place between all agencies and professionals.
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- The health component of individual children's Personal Learning Plans is used to support the smooth transition of children with identified health needs.
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- Nurses are alerted to children transferring between schools during the school year and provide support to children and their families where appropriate.
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