Changes to Medication on Camps
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
To support the highest standards of student safety and medication management, St Laurence's College is introducing a new medication requirement for all camps, retreats, immersions and overnight excursions.
From Term 4 2026, all medications required by students while attending camps or immersions must be supplied in a pharmacy-prepared Webster Pack.
A Webster Pack is a sealed, clearly labelled medication management system prepared by your pharmacist. It provides an accurate and organised way for medications to be administered while students are away from home.
To arrange a Webster Pack, please:
- Take your child's medication to your pharmacy in its original packaging with the current pharmacy label attached; or
- Provide the pharmacy with any relevant Specialist letter citing titration or medication instructions if applicable.
Most pharmacies can prepare a Webster Pack for a small fee. We encourage families to organise this well in advance of the camp or immersion departure date.
This change is being implemented as a best-practice measure to:
- Enhance student safety and wellbeing;
- Ensure accurate medication administration;
- Reduce the risk of medication errors;
- Provide clear identification and dosage instructions for staff; and
- Support consistent medication management across all school camps and immersions.
By standardising how medications are supplied, we can create a safer environment for students while streamlining the management of medications for families and staff.
If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Health Centre on (07) 3010 2860.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us maintain the safest possible environment for all students.
Kind regards,
Health Centre