This page was last reviewed and updated August 2023.

Previous years

Illness Checklist - This checklist covers all the questions we will ask you when you call about illness at your centre. Take a look and call us on 027 807 8544.

Illness Register - This template can be used to record illness in your centre.

What is an outbreak?

We define an outbreak as three or more cases (staff or tamariki) in one area (e.g. under-twos) exhibiting symptoms of illness in 48 hours or 15% of the centre or a room are unwell.

Last updated 15 November 2023.