Sleep well - Be well study: Improving school transition by improving child sleep: A translational randomised trial

Abstract

Introduction: The transition to primary school appears crucial for a child' s future academic and psychological well-being. Addressing conditions which negatively affect children during this period, such as poor sleep, may improve these outcomes. Sleep problems are common and in a previous efficacy randomised controlled trial, we demonstrated that sleep problems can be identified and improved using school-based screening followed by a brief behavioural intervention. This trial will determine whether the same intervention is beneficial and cost-effective when delivered by an existing school-based health workforce. Methods/design: We will recruit 334 children with sleep problems from approxima..