Learn about key roles and responsibilities of the school diabetes team, including legal rights and obligations.
It takes a team to support a student with type 1 diabetes at school. When schools, families, and health professionals work together, they can help the student fully participate in all aspects of school life.
Key members of a student’s diabetes team
Click each section to learn how each team member plays an important role in supporting the student with their diabetes at school.
Understanding the law
Duty of care
Schools are legally required to keep all students safe, including those who need medical support during the school day.
Reasonable adjustments
Schools must make reasonable changes and adjustments to support students in managing their type 1 diabetes during the school day.
Medicines and poisons laws
Learn what the law says about insulin at school, including who can give it, and under what conditions.
Anti-discrimination laws
Students with disabilities, including those with type 1 diabetes, are protected by law from discrimination at school.
Consent laws
Understand consent laws for supporting students with type 1 diabetes at school, including who must give it, what it covers, and when it needs updating.
Advocating for your child
You have the right to request reasonable adjustments for your child, and using a collaborative approach with the school is key.
State and territory laws and policies
