Headlice

Head lice

We have had a reported case of Head Lice in nursery. Please check your child’s head today as they spread very easily.

Head lice are quite small and sometimes difficult to see. They tend to lay eggs round the ear area and at the nape of the neck where it is warm. Children will generally scratch the area which may become red and sore. There are a number of head lice treatments available at local chemists. Once the child has been treated for head lice then you must continue to comb through the hair for the following week with a lice comb which can again be purchased from a local chemist. Applying hair conditioner before you comb it helps the eggs to slide out easier. Please can you check your child’s hair on a weekly basis to help us try and combat the problem.

Thank you.