Ambulance Service Visit - Foundation Stage

Linking to our School Aim of ‘Ready for Work’, Puffins and Penguins were excited to welcome a visit from the South Western Ambulance Service this week.

John, a Paramedic, spoke to the children about his important role and how he uses our School Values every day in his job. He explained that Teamwork is essential in his job, as paramedics work closely with other emergency services and hospital staff to make sure patients receive the best possible care. He also spoke about the importance of showing Respect - listening carefully to patients and speaking kindly. The children were fascinated to learn about the equipment he uses, including how patients are sometimes lifted carefully onto a spinal board and how bandages are applied. They even had the opportunity to try some of these skills for themselves!

John also told the children about his responsibility to make sure the ambulance is fully prepared and ready at the start of every day. The children were thrilled to climb aboard the ambulance where they helped carry out some essential checks and explored the equipment inside. They also learned the importance of dialling 999 in an emergency to ask for an ambulance.

A big thank you to Mr Carrielies for such a fun, engaging, and informative visit.