MEDICAL INFORMATION

Dentist And Medical Appointments

Montreux and Vevey have a number of doctor’s’ surgeries and dentists When needed, the school nurse will arrange appointments Where possible, students will be accompanied by the school nurse or a member of the boarding staff If this is not possible, older students can use public transport or a taxi can be arranged

Younger students and those who require assistance will always be accompanied Emergency appointments can be arranged by the school nurse or boarding staff; all students attending emergency appointments will be accompanied

The school nurse is available Mondays to Thursdays from 7 30am until 3 30pm, and Fridays 7 30am to 12 00pm We have a dedicated doctor who visits the school once a week when needed as well as a dentist when required

At all other times senior house members are available for medical matters In case of an emergency, there are excellent medical facilities close to the school and the school doctor is also on call for medical advice in emergencies First aid medication is available in the nurse’s room as well as the boarding office It is essential that the parents give their child’s medical history to the nurse at the beginning of term and that any changes are shared with the nurse

Students’ personal medication MUST be kept in the boarding office and will be administered by the school nurse or senior house members A detailed record is kept

Students are not allowed to keep ANY medication in their rooms If a student feels unwell during the school day, they should report to the school nurse directly If the school nurse is not available, they should report to the boarding office