We once again visited Dartford Grammar School for Girls, one of our most longstanding schools, to work with Year 11 students and deliver first aid training.
Having visited for the last few years to deliver CPR and defibrillator training, this year, along with this vital training, we increased the training provided to include different types of bleeding, including life-threatening bleeds. As always, each and every student was a credit to this prestigious school.
Here’s what staff members at Dartford Grammar School for Girls had to say about First Aid Schools:
“Quality of instruction was excellent. Strong handling of sensitive topics. Students were fully engaged with a variety of hands-on activities” – Mr Kane (teacher of Psychology/Science).
“Outstanding as always and I’ve witnessed Sam and his team annually for several years. Students are always engaged with the style of delivery. This will make a difference to their lives and now they may be able to help someone in a potentially life-threatening situation” – Mr Millard (Head of History).
“Having lost a brother to a cardiac arrest, I find this training to be invaluable. Hopefully, we never have to go through the trauma of losing a loved one suddenly but can help save lives with this skill. Thank you for such a good, engaging morning” – Mrs Bassey (Maths Teacher).
“Engaging and commanded attention from students. Some unique activities with great pace. A very positive experience for all involved” – Ms Zgoda (Head of Music)
“Thank you again for today’s sessions. They were great and our students really enjoyed themselves. I am certain they will retain the knowledge learnt today and use it in the future should they need to. We will be in touch in due course to arrange next year’s sessions” – Mr Pablo Martinez-Portugues (Curriculum Area Leader; Personal, Social, Health & Economic Studies).
Year 11 Students at the school commented:
“I think this training is extremely useful for preparing students for an emergency. It was engaging and interactive, I really enjoyed it!” – C
“The session has been very helpful and eye-opening. I really appreciate this opportunity – the kindness and patience shown and the fun and engaging way in which it was delivered. Thank you.” – Jessica
“I found this session really informative and found practising CPR and using a defibrillator extremely helpful. The instructor was great, continually recapping important information to help our understanding and answered any questions we had.” – S
“I have loved both sessions. The bleeding (training) was really fun but helped us understand the importance of what to do if someone had been stabbed. I also found how to use a defibrillator enlightening as I had no idea before today. Thank you First Aid Schools.” – MT
