School First Aid Training

School First Aid Training Berkshire

Comprehensive first aid training for schools, delivered onsite at your premises. We cover Paediatric First Aid for EYFS-registered settings, Emergency First Aid at Work for support staff, and fully tailored programmes for primary and secondary schools across Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire.

First Aid Training for Schools

Schools have a duty of care to their pupils and staff. The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require all schools to ensure adequate and appropriate first aid equipment, facilities and personnel are available. For EYFS-registered settings, this includes Ofsted-recognised Paediatric First Aid.

Forest Medical Training works regularly with primary schools, secondary schools, special educational needs schools, nurseries and academy trusts across Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire, providing flexible onsite training that can be scheduled around INSET days, after school or during holidays.

Which Courses Do Schools Need?

Paediatric First Aid — EYFS Settings & Primary Schools

Required for all registered childcare settings. Ofsted recognised. 2-day course (blended option available). Covers CPR for infants and children, choking, meningitis, febrile seizures, anaphylaxis and more.

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Emergency First Aid at Work — All Teaching & Support Staff

1-day course that meets HSE guidance. Ideal for teaching assistants, office staff, caretakers and lunchtime supervisors. Covers adult CPR, AED use, bleeding, shock and common workplace emergencies.

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First Aid at Work — Designated School First Aiders

3-day comprehensive qualification. Recommended for at least one or two members of staff in most schools to cover a wider range of emergencies including fractures, head injuries, seizures and anaphylaxis.

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Annual Refresher Training

Keep your first aiders' skills sharp between 3-year re-certifications. Short half-day sessions ideal for staff training days.

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Why Schools Choose Forest Medical Training

✓We come to your school — no travel costs or disruption for staff
✓Flexible scheduling — INSET days, evenings, holidays
✓Ofsted recognised Paediatric First Aid certification
✓Group discounts for larger staff teams
✓Experienced instructor who understands school environments
✓Certificate reminders — we track renewal dates for you

Legal Obligations for Schools

Schools must comply with:

•Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 — requires a first aid needs assessment and adequate qualified first aiders
•EYFS Statutory Framework — requires Ofsted-recognised Paediatric First Aid in all registered childcare settings
•DfE guidance — recommends schools have sufficient staff trained to deal with medical emergencies

Get a School Quote

We'll prepare a tailored quote covering all your school's first aid training needs in a single visit.

Group discounts available. INSET day delivery.

School-Relevant Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools must have a sufficient number of qualified first aiders based on a needs assessment (H&S First Aid Regulations 1981). EYFS settings additionally need Ofsted-recognised Paediatric First Aid. Secondary schools typically need a mix of FAW and EFAW trained staff.

Absolutely. INSET days are one of our most popular delivery options for schools. A half-day CPR/EFAW refresher is perfect for a training day, or we can run a full EFAW course on a single INSET day.

Yes. We offer competitive group rates and can package multiple course types in a single visit to maximise value. Contact us for a tailored quote for your school.

Training Locations

We deliver first aid training onsite at your premises, or at a local venue. Click your nearest location to find out more.