Cancer in the classroom
Support for teachers
Cancer in the classroom
When anyone in a school community is affected by cancer, education providers have an opportunity to support children and young people.
Cancer in the classroom is a guide for school staff, and can also be used by youth workers or childcare professionals.
It is important to remember that each cancer experience is different: everyone navigates it differently. The information can be adapted to suit both primary- and secondary-level settings.
Our Support Line nurses can also give advice to parents, educators and youth workers on all types of cancer, coping, supports available and more. Our Support Line is free to call on Freephone 1800 200 700.
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Introduction
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What is cancer?
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How we react
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Establishing open communication
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When a child in your class has cancer
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When an adult family member has cancer
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Monitoring the child's behaviour
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Irish Cancer Society supports
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Self-care
Cancer in the classroom
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Learn more about cancer in children and young adults, and the information and supports available from the Irish Cancer Society for young patients and their families.
For more information
Phone
1800 200 700
