Oxfordshire I.M.P.S

01/09/2026

Another NHS Funding Casualty
I.M.P.S. 1994–2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the closure of I.M.P.S. (Injury Minimization Programme for Schools).
This follows the decision by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to end the service due to the absence of a sustainable long-term funding solution. Despite our tireless efforts to secure the future of the programme, including exploring alternative departments to host the service and seeking potential funding solutions, we have been unable to prevent this
outcome.
For more than 30 years, I.M.P.S. has delivered vital injury prevention education and Basic Life Support (BLS) training to over 115,000 Year 6 pupils across Oxfordshire primary schools, helping generations of children to stay safe and respond confidently in emergencies.
We would like to express our sincere thanks to the many supporters who have raised funds for the programme over the years. Any remaining funds will be used by Oxford Hospitals Charity
(OHC) to support projects benefiting children's services.
We would also like to thank the schools, teachers, and healthcare professionals who have helped make the programme such a success. It has been a privilege to work with so many young
people and play a part in their education and wellbeing.
While we are deeply saddened that this remarkable programme has come to an end, we hope that the knowledge and skills shared through I.M.P.S. will continue to help children stay safe,
prevent accidents, and save lives for years to come.
With thanks,

The I.M.P.S. Team

18/06/2025

They're right, a little knowledge makes a big difference.
That's why we teach all our I.M.P.S. pupils CPR and how to use a defibrillator, as well as a range of basic first aid skills.

The clock is ticking in a cardiac arrest. Of the 40,000 resuscitation attempts carried out by emergency services in the UK each year, fewer than 10% survive.

But we can improve this; learn CPR, know where your nearest defibrillator is, and be ready to act in an emergency. A little knowledge makes a big difference!

17/06/2025

With the warmer weather returning to the UK this week, we will probably be spending more time outside or near water.
The Child Accident Prevention Trust have produced a summer safety pack. This highlights common safety concerns you should be looking out for to ensure you and your family have a safe and happy summer.
You can download yours here...
https://capt.org.uk/resources/summer-safety-display-pack/

Whilst the warm summer weather brings lots of opportunities for fun in the sun there are also additional hazards for our little people. Simply download, print and display these colourful posters in your setting to help families stay safe this summer.

29/04/2025

Some more photos of 3 of our amazing I.M.P.S. London Marathon team of 2025!
Shawn, Jo and Matt all look very proud with their medals, and so they should be 🙌



*more photos to come*

29/04/2025

Please read and share this important information about drowning from our friends at the Child Accident Prevention Trust

28/04/2025

We are thrilled to announce that our team of 7 amazing I.M.P.S. runners beat the heat yesterday and completed the London Marathon!
They are all recovering well and hopefully showing their well deserved medals off to everyone.
A HUGE I.M.P.S. thank you to Amy, Caz, Ita, Jo, Jon, Matt and Shawn - you are all super stars 🌟
Here are some of the team before the start
*More photos to follow*

04/04/2025

We're missing her already.
Happy retirement Lynn 🥰

04/04/2025

It was a great privilege to be invited to present at the Paediatric Trauma National Network Meeting last week.

The focus of the conference was injury prevention so we had plenty to talk about.

I.M.P.S. was the only injury prevention programme for children there, so it was great to share our story as well as listen to other amazing charities, schemes and experts.

Many thanks to Jess, Amber, Giles, Anna and the Major trauma service at BRHC for organising a great event.

31/03/2025

The time has come for the wonderful Lynn to retire.
Lynn has been managing I.M.P.S. since the beginning, she piloted the programme back in 1995 and has been at the helm ever since.
Her career in healthcare spans an impressive 47 years at the John Radcliffe Hospital, at first as a nurse and then as a driving force in injury prevention education.
Through I.M.P.S., Lynn has helped shape a generation of safety-conscious individuals, many of whom will carry these vital skills throughout their lives.
Lynn, thank you for everything. You are an amazing manager, colleague and friend. We wish you a wonderful and fulfilling retirement - you have truly left a legacy that will continue to inspire for years to come.
We will miss you.
Here she is on her last commute home 🥰

24/03/2025

In just 34 days our London Marathon team will be facing a huge challenge.

Here's Amy, she is running for I.M.P.S. this year and ran her longest distance yesterday in Milton Keynes.

She is on track with her training and is doing a great job with her fundraising, GO AMY!

https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/amy-smart