Sun Awareness week is the beginning of a summer long Sun Awareness campaign by The British Association of Dermatologists. They use this week to re-enforce the need for sun protection across the UK and inspire people to raise awareness themselves.

Where can I read more? To read more about Sun Awareness Week and keeping safe in the sun, you can visit the following websites:

British Association of Dermatologists

British Skin Foundation

Care In the Sun

Links to national resources: Schools can sign up on the sun safe schools website for a 4-step accreditation programme and gain access to a range of useful information for schools and parents, including resources.

You can access a range of free resources suitable for Early Years up to KS3 on the care in the sun website. The resources include teaching packs, online storybooks, presentations, leaflets and posters.