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Access to education: for children and young people with medical needs
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 47p.
- Place of publication:
- Nottingham
Sets out the minimum national standards for the education of children who are unable to attend school because of medical needs. Vulnerable children and young people require as much access to education as their medical condition allows. Argues that it is essential to keep education alive in a child's life and where possible maintain progress. This applies equally to those with physical or mental health problems, and pupils with life threatening or terminal illnesses, all of whom have a right to a suitable education. For children recovering from an illness or trauma, education is sen as a normal childhood activity, and can play a vital role in recovery.