On average, epilepsy affects one young person in every primary school and five in every secondary school. It is one of the most common long term conditions in childhood.
Epilepsy can have a significant impact on a young person, even if seizures are controlled.
Schools should have arrangements in place to ensure that young people with epilepsy are safe and included in all aspects of school life.
Schools should have a written policy on supporting pupils with medical conditions. Find out what the policy should cover and download a template.
Every young person with epilepsy in school should have an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP). Find out what an IHP should include and download a template.
Communication and information sharing are essential to supporting a young person with epilepsy, keeping them safe and including them in all school activities.
All staff working with a young person with epilepsy should be trained to ensure they understand the young person’s condition and its impact on their life.
Other sections of the guide that may be of interest
Information about seizure types, triggers, first aid, treatments, records, and emergency medication for schools
Information for schools about epilepsy's impact on learning for young people
Epilepsy can have a profound effect on a young person's emotions and behaviour, which can produce a range of emotional responses that make academic achievement at school difficult.
An overview of the different laws and systems in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales
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