Important guidelines for students who are unwell.
By Sara Quelch | Posted: Monday February 20, 2023
We have had a number of children reported absent from school this term because of sickness, particularly vomiting and diarrhoea. Please be aware that, as per the Ministry of Health guidelines: Students who have had vomiting or diarrhoea should be kept at home until well, and for 48 hours after the last episode of diarrhoea or vomiting.
The Ministry of Health has a good guideline for the incubation period for a range of illnesses if you are unsure.
https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-and-treatments/school-exclusion
If your child is unwell and going to be absent from school please email absences@balmacewen.school.nz or phone 466 7251 (press 1) and leave a message on the answer service with your name, your child’s full name and room number, and the reason for their absence.