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School Accident Claims Solicitors: Nursery Accident Claims

Do you require a solicitor to help you claim for a nursery or school accident that's caused injury to your child? If so, PSR Solicitors can help you.

When you send your children to nursery or school, you are doing so on the assumption that they will be well looked after and be kept safe from harm at all times. Entrusting the safety of your child to teachers, nursery workers and staff is a big step for any parent, especially when your child is younger and unable to assess dangers for themselves. So, when you do, the last thing you expect to happen is for your child to become a victim of an accident or injury.

If your son or daughter has been injured, whether at school, in a nursery or a playgroup, we know how traumatic this can be. The injury itself will be causing your child pain and distress, which is every parent's worst fear. If the injury were caused by the negligent actions of the people you trusted to look after your child, you have every right to be aggrieved and could be entitled to pursue a compensation claim on your child’s behalf.

Our specialist Accident at School & Child Injury Claim Solicitors can help you with everything, from claiming for your child’s injury and your losses, such as loss of earnings and travel expenses to arranging private medical treatment and rehabilitation to assist in your child's recovery.

Pursuing compensation for an injury to your child is not something you have to do on your own, you need specialist advice and support.

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About School and Nursery Injury Compensation Claims

It is particularly upsetting and distressing when a child is injured at school or nursery as we always trust that these are safe places for our children to learn and thrive. Accidents, however, can and do happen, for example when there is a lack of teacher supervision or where procedures have not been followed, such as children not wearing hi-vis jackets whilst out on a school trip. There are other examples where furniture is faulty and we have dealt with one case where a child was accidentally struck by a teacher ringing a school bell, which resulted in the need for extensive dental treatment.

Injuries can sometimes be life-changing and the effects will be felt by the entire family. Significant injuries can even result in permanent disability, but we are here to offer all the help and support we can to make life as easy as possible for you and your child.

We are committed to securing the full amount of financial recompense available and will co-ordinate everything your child needs such as medical treatment, rehabilitation, and educational provision.

Any compensation award will consider the long-term impact of your child’s injuries, any loss of earnings you may experience due to caring for your child and will factor in additional costs such as any specialist equipment that may be required or private tuition if they are unable to attend school whilst recovering or if they miss a large number of lessons because of attending hospital appointments.

Our experienced solicitors can help you with a wide range of nursery and school injury claims:

Accidents at school
Accident in nursery
Tripping accidents
Dangerous furniture
Lack of teacher supervision
Poorly organised school trips

Making a claim for a nursery or school accident is important, not only for you and your child but also for the safety of other children who attend that particular school or nursery. Often such claims can be a catalyst for policy change within the school or nursery, and in some instances, can even result in policy change at a national level, ensuring other children are not injured in the same manner as your child.

If you are looking to claim compensation for a personal injury to your child which happened at school or nursery and you want free advice from a fully qualified solicitor then please contact us now.

Using one of our specialist Child Injury Lawyers ensures that you have a better chance of winning your claim and receiving all of the compensation and help that you are entitled to all on a No Win No Fee basis.

This means that you won't be subject to any legal costs from our No Win No Fee Solicitors if your claim is unsuccessful, so No Win No Fee = No Risk To You.

What are the Common Causes of Nursery and School Injuries?

While every child’s injury is unique and accidents in schools and nurseries can occur as a result of a multitude of factors, the vast majority of injuries can be attributed to one of the factors detailed below:

It is the responsibility of your child’s school or nursery to ensure that your child's surroundings, and the toys and equipment that they play with and use, are safe and age-appropriate. Examples of unsafe environments include sharp corners and edges on furniture or surfaces in a nursery; damaged or faulty play equipment or sports equipment in school playgrounds and sports halls; elevated areas without barriers or railings and unrestricted access to roads, public footpaths, or deep water.

As well as ensuring that furniture, equipment, and toys are in good order, it is also important that they are appropriate for the age of the children being cared for. So toys with small pieces or parts are fine for children above the age of five, but certainly not suitable for younger children as they pose a choking risk. Similarly, play equipment for a playground is generally designed for a specific age range, so if a school or nursery installs equipment that is not suitable for children of the age of those that they care for, and one of those children were to be injured while using it, there would be grounds to pursue a nursery or school accident claim.

Whilst operational and health & safety policies and procedures are essential in any safe, well-run school or nursery, they are only effective if the staff adhere to them.

If your child has sustained a nursery or school injury and the injury was caused by the incompetence or negligence of one or more members of staff, such as staff not ensuring your child wear a high-vis vest when out on a school trip, then you could be entitled to make an accident at nursery compensation claim or a school injury compensation claim.

In England, the Department for Education publishes guidelines for early years providers (Nurseries & Playgroups) which set out statutory requirements regarding adult to child ratios. These ratios differ depending on the age of the children and the setting they are in. There are also similar guidelines for Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.

Any nursery or playgroup is legally obliged to adhere to these statutory requirements, ensuring that there is at least one suitably qualified senior staff member, as well as at least one appropriately trained children’s first aider available on site at all times. Failure to meet any of these requirements constitutes a breach of their duty of care towards your child and could give you grounds to make a claim against them if your child were to be injured whilst in their care.

Why Choose PSR Solicitors?

Some law firms don’t use qualified solicitors to handle care claims anymore but your child deserves the best.

PSR Solicitors is recognised as the leading personal injury firm across North Wales and Cheshire and we are nationally recognised in the field of Child Injury Claims. We are accredited by the Law Society for our personal injury provision and have achieved the Lexcel Management Standard for providing exceptional legal services to all of our clients.

We operate on a No Win No Fee basis so that you don’t have to worry about the financial impact of pursuing a claim. If your School Accident Claim is sucessful, we will only charge a success fee of 15%: most firms charge up to 25% for their fee when taking a case on a Conditional Fee Agreement.

We are committed to delivering the best results for anyone that needs our help and your case will be handled by a personal injury specialist who has the experience and expertise to achieve the best results for you and your child.

Not only will we work to secure the maximum amount of compensation available but will work tirelessly to provide your family with all the care and support you need.

We will help to coordinate and secure a financial package to cover:

The best private medical treatment.
Specialist equipment and home modifications to help your child live as independently as possible.
Counselling and therapy sessions to help your child and family come to terms with what has happened.
Private tuition if your child is unable to attend school for significant periods of time.
Loss of earnings due to caring for your child following their accident or injury.
Additional expenses such as the cost of travelling to and from medical appointments.

We are here beyond the point of securing the compensation and will provide ongoing support and advice helping to:

Secure interim payments to cover costs until the claim is settled.
Apply to the court if you require the early release of compensation funds to meet any of your child’s ongoing needs.
Set up a personal injury trust to protect your child’s compensation from third parties, care costs both now and in the future and any means testing which could potentially affect benefits they may be entitled to once they reach 18.

If your child has been seriously injured at school or nursery, we understand the devastating and far-reaching effects that this can have for you, your child and loved ones. Our friendly and approachable team will handle your situation sensitively and with care and understanding at all stages. We will deal with every aspect of the legal process on your behalf to minimise the stress you are under allowing you to concentrate on your family and move on from what has happened.

Your School Accident questions answered

Yes, if your child has suffered an injury at school due to negligence, you may be entitled to make a School Injury Claim. Schools have a legal duty of care to provide a safe environment for all pupils. If they fail in this responsibility and your child is injured as a result, you could be eligible to claim school accident compensation.

Common causes of School Injury Claims include:

Unsafe playgrounds or damaged equipment
Slips, trips, and falls due to poorly maintained flooring
Lack of supervision leading to accidents
Injuries sustained on school trips due to negligence

If you believe your child’s injury resulted from negligence, our experienced School Injury Lawyers can assess your case and guide you through the claims process. We offer No Win, No Fee legal representation, ensuring there is no financial risk to you. Contact us today for expert legal advice on School Injury Claims.

Responsibility for a child’s injury at school typically falls on the school itself, the local education authority, or the owners of a private school. Schools have a legal duty of care to provide a safe learning environment for children. If this duty is breached due to negligence, resulting in an injury, you may be entitled to pursue a School Accident Claim.

Liability may arise in cases where:

The school failed to maintain safe premises, such as broken playground equipment or hazardous flooring.
There was insufficient supervision, leading to accidents during playtime, sports activities, or school trips.
Teachers or staff acted negligently, such as failing to intervene in bullying incidents or not following health and safety protocols.
The school failed to properly train staff in first aid, safeguarding, or risk management.

If your child has been injured due to any of these circumstances, our expert School Accident Lawyers can help you determine liability and guide you through the process of claiming School Injury Compensation.

Yes. Schools are legally required to carry out risk assessments before taking children on a trip. If an accident occurs due to poor planning, lack of supervision, or inadequate safety measures, you may have grounds to make a School Trip Accident Claim.

Common examples of School Trip Negligence include:

Failure to provide appropriate safety equipment (e.g., helmets for outdoor activities).
Not ensuring children wear hi-vis vests near roads.
Lack of adult supervision, leading to injuries or missing children.
Dangerous transport arrangements, such as an unlicensed coach or unsafe driving.

Our School Injury Solicitors can investigate your child’s school trip injury and help you claim the compensation you deserve.

If your child has been injured at school due to negligence, you can begin a Accident at School Claim by following these key steps:

Seek Medical Attention – Your child’s health is the top priority. Ensure they receive medical treatment and keep copies of any medical reports, prescriptions, or hospital records.

Report the Accident to the School – Notify the school as soon as possible and ensure the incident is formally recorded in the school’s accident log. If possible, request a copy of the report.

Gather Evidence – Collect as much information as you can to support your claim, including:

Photographs of the accident scene, any visible injuries, or hazards that contributed to the incident.
Witness statements from teachers, staff, or other students who saw what happened.
CCTV footage (if available) – schools often have cameras that may have recorded the incident.
Medical records that document the injury and any required treatment.

Speak to a Specialist School Injury Lawyer – A School Injury Lawyer can assess your case, determine liability, and advise on the best course of action. They will handle all legal aspects, ensuring your claim is properly presented.

No Win, No Fee Representation – We understand that pursuing legal action can be stressful, which is why we operate on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means you won’t have to pay any legal fees unless your claim is successful, so there is no financial risk to you.

By following these steps and working with our experienced No Win No Fee School Injury Solicitors, you can ensure the best possible outcome for your child’s compensation claim.

Your Nursery Accident questions answered

Yes, if your child has suffered an injury at nursery due to negligence, you may be entitled to make a Nursery Injury Claim. Nurseries have a legal duty of care to provide a safe and secure environment for young children. If they fail to meet required safety standards and your child is harmed as a result, you could be eligible to claim Nursery Accident Compensation.

Common causes of Nursery Injury Claims include:

Unsafe play areas or damaged equipment, leading to falls and injuries.
Slips, trips, and falls caused by wet floors, loose carpets, or cluttered spaces.
Choking hazards due to small toys, unsuitable food, or poorly maintained equipment.
Lack of supervision, resulting in injuries from other children or accidents in play areas.
Burns or scalds from hot food, drinks, or exposed radiators.

If you believe your child’s injury was caused by nursery negligence, our experienced Nursery Injury Lawyers can assess your case and guide you through the claims process. We operate on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning there is no financial risk to you.

Contact us today for expert legal advice on Nursery Injury Claims and to find out how we can help you secure the compensation your child deserves.

As a parent, you have the right to expect that your child will be safe and well cared for while at nursery. Nurseries have a legal duty of care to protect children from harm, following strict health and safety regulations set by Ofsted (England) or CIW (Wales). If a nursery fails to meet these safety requirements and your child is injured due to negligence, you have the right to:

Make a Formal Complaint to the Nursery – Ask for an explanation of what happened and ensure the incident is properly recorded in their accident log. You are entitled to request a copy of this report.

Report the Incident to Ofsted or CIW – If the nursery’s actions (or lack of action) raise concerns about safety and care standards, you can escalate the matter to the regulatory authorities. They have the power to investigate, inspect the nursery, and enforce improvements.

Pursue a Nursery Accident Compensation Claim – If your child has suffered an injury due to nursery negligence, you may be able to claim compensation to cover:

Medical expenses and rehabilitation
Pain and suffering
Loss of earnings if you had to take time off work to care for your child
Additional childcare costs if your child is unable to return to nursery

Seek Legal Advice from a Specialist Nursery Injury Lawyer – If you are unsure of your rights or how to proceed with a Nursery Injury Claim, our experienced Nursery Injury Solicitors can provide expert guidance. We operate on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning you won’t face any financial risk.

If your child has been injured due to poor supervision, hazardous conditions, or staff negligence, contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

To make a successful Nursery Injury Compensation Claim, you need to prove that:

The nursery had a duty of care to keep your child safe.
They failed in that duty due to negligence (e.g., lack of supervision, unsafe toys, poor staff training).
Your child suffered an injury as a direct result.

Evidence such as medical reports, witness statements, accident records, and CCTV footage can strengthen your case. Our Nursery Injury Solicitors will gather all necessary proof to ensure you receive full compensation.

Yes, even if your child is too young to explain what happened, a claim can still be made.

Many Nursery Injury Claims rely on:

Medical evidence showing the nature of the injury.
Staff explanations, which must be consistent and truthful.
CCTV footage (if available).
Witness accounts from other children, parents, or nursery workers.

If you suspect nursery negligence, our Nursery Accident Solicitors will investigate thoroughly on your behalf.

Contact PSR's Specialist School Accident Solicitors

If you are looking to claim compensation for an injury at school, college or nursery and you want free advice from a fully qualified solicitor then please contact us now. Using one of our specialist personal injury claim solicitors ensures that you have a better chance of winning your claim and receiving all of the compensation and help that you are entitled to all on a No Win No Fee basis.

With offices in Colwyn Bay, Ellesmere Port, Rhyl, Shotton, Wrexham, Wallasey, and Chester, PSR is a leading Personal Injury Law Firm in Wales and Personal Injury Lawyers in Cheshire.

We regularly act for clients on school accident claims across North Wales, Cheshire, Merseyside, and Liverpool. As recognised expert Personal Injury Solicitors, we can support your needs wherever you live in Wales, England & Northern Ireland.

The team at PSR solicitors is best placed to help you with your School Accident Compensation Claim so for confidential, professional legal advice don’t hesitate to contact us today.

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If you have been involved in an accident or been injured in any way in the past three years, through no fault of your own, contact us today and speak to one of our team so that we can help you get your life back on track.

Richard Layfield LLB (Hons)

Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury

As an experienced personal injury and civil litigation Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex, serious injury claims.

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