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SELECTIVE SCHOOL MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
With the approval of the Education Committee, a pilot scheme for selective
school medical examinations was commenced in respect of children in their final
year at two secondary schools. Under these arrangements, the parents of children
due to leave school are sent a detailed questionnaire concerning their child's
health. The completed questionnairs are studied by the school medical officer,
and children thought to require examination are invited to attend. Any parent
is able, however, to request an examination and the views of head teachers and
teaching staff are taken into account.
During the year, questionnaires were sent in respect of 56 children, 7 of
whom were examined. In addition, a further three children were examined at the
request of the head teacher.
When further experience of the selective method of medical examinations has
been gained, a report will be made with a view to extending this system if it
proves successful.
SCHOOL MEDICAL INSPECTIONS
Routine school medical inspections are carried out on:-
(a) pupils entering primary school,
(b) pupils in their last year at primary school, and
(c) pupils in their last year at secondary school.
In addition, pupils entering the borough from other areas and children
found to require observation or treatment are followed up as necessary.
Particular attention is paid to pupils at the special schools.