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Please see the resources below for supporting pupils, parents or staff who are effected by cancer.

 

Talking to Schools about a Family Cancer Diagnosis

This helpful page from Tom's Trust gives advice to parents and carers on how to talk to school following a cancer diagnosis within the family.

Click here to see the full information

Click here to download the Sibling Toolkit

 

Cancer Research UK

Visit the worl'd leading cancer charity website to find out more about the support and information they can offer.

Cancer Research UK

About Cancer- Everything from symptoms to coping after treatment

Coping with cancer

 

Education For Children With health Needs Who Cannot Attend School

Statutory guidance from the Department for Education on how local authorities must meet their duty to ensure children with health needs receive a good education.

Click here to download the "Arranging education for children who cannot attend school because of health needs" document

Separate guidance for pupils with medical conditions who can be supported at school is available.

 

How to Support a Pupil or Student Through Cancer

Young Lives Vs Cancer have useful information for teachers and lecturers in how to support a pupil or student who has cancer.

Click here to visit the website 

 

 



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