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Epilepsy And Schools Resources

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Our suite of Epilepsy Smart Schools resources has been developed for young people, their families, and teachers.

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Epilepsy Smart Schools program

The Epilepsy Smart Schools program has been developed to support students, teachers and schools.

Why become an Epilepsy Smart School?

All schools have a duty of care to provide a safe learning environment for all students and ensure they accommodate the needs of all students.

Epilepsy can have a big impact on a child’s experience at school due to the impact of seizures and any medication they may be taking, making it hard for a child to concentrate or remember information from class.
Epilepsy is more than just seizures and first aid training is not enough. There are over 40 types of epilepsy and everyone’s experience with the condition is different.

Teachers need to understand the impact of epilepsy on student learning, as well as having epilepsy-specific training in understanding and managing epilepsy.

Learn more about the program and sign up:

This information is part of a suite of resources that are targeted to schools, teachers, young people and their families, to assist with caring for young people living with epilepsy.

The information contained in this publication provides general information about epilepsy. It does not provide specific advice. Specific health and medical advice should always be obtained from an appropriately qualified health professional.

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Phone: 1300 761 487 Email: support@epilepsysmart.org.au
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The Epilepsy Smart Australia program received funding from the Australian Government.