A sensible approach to health and safety in schools means focusing on how the real risks are managed. The guidance on this page is aimed to help those responsible for managing health and safety at home and in school to strike the right balance, so that the real risks are managed and time for learning opportunities are experienced to the full.

Parents and School Staff should understand the risks and needs of individuals within the same community. Sensible health and safety management should be straightforward, it’s just part of a good school partnership with home. On the right of this page are further details for individual health and safety matters.