This page gives a summary of the
services offered by the Hospital Tuition service in Suffolk.
The hospital tuition service is part of Suffolk County Council’s
Children and Young People’s Service. It is located at both
Heath Road Hospital in Ipswich and the West Suffolk Hospital, Bury
St. Edmunds.
There are two full time teachers, one in each hospital. A
teaching assistant supports the work of the teacher in Ipswich.
The aim of hospital education is to ensure minimal disruption to
regular schooling and to provide some continuity in an otherwise
strange environment.
Sessions may be taught in the schoolroom, at the
bedside with age appropriate education packs and games
provided. The pupils have access to a structured core curriculum
and a variety of foundation topics. ICT equipment is
available for use.
All children of school age who are well enough are expected to
participate. The hospital teacher liaises with the pupils’
schools and other agencies as required.
Further information
Click here to find more information relating those listed below
www.dcsf.gov.uk
Access to Education (DfES 0732/2001)
Promoting Children’s Mental Health within Early Years and School
Settings (DfEE 0121/2001)
Access to Education for Children with Medical Needs. A Map of
Best Practice Feb 2003
Every Child Matters: Change for Children (DfES
/1081/2004)