Families' perspectives and the development of an educational program for diabetes in schools.

Key Points

• To understand families' perspectives on diabetes education and management in school settings for children with diabetes (CwD).
• Conducted qualitative interviews with families in the São Paulo metropolitan area.
• Identified challenges faced by families in school environments related to diabetes management.
• Explored various educational materials and formats for effective communication.
• Families highlighted the need for diverse educational materials to aid CwD.
• Active involvement of school staff was recognized as crucial for successful diabetes management.
• There is a clear necessity for tailored strategies to improve educational outreach in schools.