The first time you are asked by a parent to sign a child ‘unfit for school’

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The first time you are asked by a parent to sign a child ‘unfit for school’

Jo Scott-Jones

Jo Scott-Jones

Cross country
It is very helpful for the GP to have a good relationship with the school

FIRST TIME

When a parent brings a child to your practice seeking a medical note to explain an absence from school or to avoid an activity, often the history or timing can reveal another story

Key points, The parents supporting an inappropriate medical note for school may believe they are doing the best thing for their child, to avoid school consequence