Communication strategy
Because the diagnosis of epilepsy can be complex and evolving, communication between schools and parents/carers is vital.
A good communication strategy should be encompassed within the Epilepsy Management Plan and would include:
- identification of the key staff member for the parent or carer to liaise with
- how school staff will communicate regularly with the parent or carer about the student’s epilepsy management and medications, seizure occurrences and learning or education concerns – for example, via:
- communication books
- seizure diary
- emails or text messages.
Guidance chapter on communication strategies between schools and parents/carers when managing students with epilepsy
Reviewed 23 January 2026