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There are many reasons why a student with cancer may need to miss school.

Brothers and sisters of cancer patients may experience feelings of guilt, rejection, fear, depression, or anxiety.

It is understandable to feel anxious about your child returning to school or early learning after cancer treatment. However, most parents find that the return to their education setting goes a lot more smoothly than expected.

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Children often have many questions about cancer. Here are some answers to commonly asked questions.

Once your student and their family have a clear idea of what their cancer treatment will involve, it is a good idea for you or someone else at your school to talk with their parents about what schoolwork may be appropriate.

Parents often feel overwhelmed after receiving their child's diagnosis. It can take them some time to consider the impact of cancer on their child's education.

In hospital, young children can become used to interacting with more adults than children, and they may need more support from early childhood teachers.

Having cancer often interrupts the normal developmental process a teenager goes through as they become independent from their parents and other adults.

A letter your school can personalise to let parents at your school know that a student has cancer. Remember to consult with your student's family beforehand.

Some useful resources to help with a child's re-entry into the classroom after cancer treatment. 

When your student comes back to school after cancer it can be a good sign that their life is returning to their 'new normal'.

Make sure you know what signs and symptoms you should be on the lookout for. It's good to have important numbers on hand in case your child with cancer becomes unwell. 

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