Headlice Half-Term Challenge
We have noticed some cases of headlice in school. We would love your support in tackling this head-on (!) during half-term. The recommended solution is to wet-comb the hair with a nit comb (we have some in the office if you need one) and lots of conditioner. The conditioner ensures the lice can slip off the hair when combed through.
Please see advice on using the wet combing method, taken from the NHS website:
"Treat head lice as soon as you spot them.
You should check everyone in the house and start treating anyone who has head lice on the same day.
Wet combing
Lice and nits can be removed by wet combing. You should try this method first.
Use a special fine-toothed comb (detection comb) to remove head lice and nits.
- wash hair with ordinary shampoo
- apply lots of conditioner (any conditioner will do)
- comb the whole head of hair, from the roots to the ends with a nit comb
It usually takes about 10 minutes to comb short hair, and 20 to 30 minutes for long, frizzy or curly hair.
Repeat wet combing on days 1, 5, 9 and 13 to catch any newly hatched head lice.
Check again that everyone's hair is free of lice on day 17."
United action is the best way for us to take control over headlice, so please may we ask you to check your child’s head regularly.
Many thanks for your co-operation in this matter.
