sun block in schools

[maria811]

does anyone know if theres a legal reason why schools cant apply sunblock to children if its supplied and consent is given by the mum/dad.
I asked the school and have just been told they cant but im concerned that a factor 50 applied at 8am isnt going to be affective at midday when the kids go into the playground and as my child is quite fair skinned hes prone to burn.

[mollykins]

its to do with the teachers touching the children probably. But liek its been said, at nurseries and at primary schools if they have an accident they change their underwear, surely thats worse than rubbing cream into them?

[mollykins]

But when I was on work experience last year a a primary school (only 15) I could apply it. . .

[bushbaby_de]

I use the Riemanns P20 once a day sunscreen and it really does work - might be worth investing in.