Pre-School

If you are teaching or supporting a young person with Type 1 diabetes then we have a host of resources to help you to get a better understanding of what it all means for the young person and how you can best support them to reach their full potential in pre-school.

Welcome to our Pre-School Resources Page

Diabetes in Schools Training Platform

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Type 1 diabetes in Schools, Training Platform.

Offering free essential learning and awareness to support teachers & school staff in primary and secondary schools to better understand Type 1 diabetes.

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Films and resources to help you support children living with Type 1 diabetes and attending pre-school.

What is Type 1 Diabetes - Schools

What is type 1 diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes & Under 5's - Nursery & Early Years

This film could be watched by staff and carers to get a better awareness of Type 1 Diabetes and how it can affect children in their early years education.

The Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes - Schools

The Signs & Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes - Poster

Healthcare Professional Recommendations - Under 5's

Healthcare Professionals discuss Type 1 Diabetes and how it can affect life at pre-school.

Managing Exercise & Active Under 5's in Pre-School

A Guide to Exercise & Activity

Managing Active Under 5's and Type 1 Diabetes

Francesca Annan discusses ways of managing active under 5\'s and Type 1 Diabetes

Useful guides and downloads for managing Type 1 Diabetes in the pre-school environment.

Type 1 Essentials

Breakthrough T1D's School Pack

A free information pack for parents and schools to support young people with type 1 diabetes in school, at home and when socialising.

Diabetes UK - School pack

A free handbook to help you get to grips with providing the right care for children with diabetes at your school.

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