When Can My Child Go Back to School or Crèche After Being Sick?

Back-to-school season inevitably means back-to-school bugs. One of the questions parents ask GPs most often is surprisingly simple: “Are they well enough to go back?” A child does not need to be completely symptom-free before returning to school or crèche. A mild cough, runny nose or sore throat does not automatically mean they need to stay home if they otherwise feel well.