When To Keep Your Child Home from School

If your child is not feeling well, your Kids First provider is the best person to consult about whether they can go to school. Common sense, con­cern for your child's well-being, and the possibility of infecting classmates should all contribute to the decision about whether your child should stay home. Check out these helpful guidelines from healthychildren.org:

As general guidelines, keep your child home from school if:

1. They have had a fever above 101 degrees Fahrenheit within the past 24 hours

2. They have had episodes of vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours

3. They are not well enough to participate in class

   
   

What if my child is feeling better but still has a runny nose?

Wondering what to do when your child has been sick and is feeling better—but still wakes up with minor problems such as a runny nose or slight head­ache? Depending on local attendance policies, you can send them to school if none of the three conditions above apply. 

Even so, make sure the school and your child have a phone number where you can be reached during the day if more serious symptoms develop, and they need to return home.

Remember

Keep in mind that these guidelines are general. Families should always follow their local school, district, or state guidance on school attendance, which may differ. Talk with your child's provider about any concerns you may have about when your child should attend school. Kids First Pediatrics of Raleigh: (919) 250- 3478, Clayton: (919) 267- 1499. 

More information

• When to Keep Your Child Home from Child Care

• School Attendance, Truancy & Chronic Absenteeism: What Parents Need to Know

• 5 Ways to Help Your Child Have a Healthy School Year

• Health Problems at School: How School Nurses Can Help

Article Source: When to Keep Your Child Home Sick From School- healthychildren.org

*This article is informational and is not a substitute for medical attention or information from your provider.