School and Camp Lice Screenings in NYC
Find every case before it spreads.
Lice screening for NYC schools, camps and daycares
The problem
One case rarely stays one case.
Lice spread by head-to-head contact, and children spend the day close together. Without a check, one case can quietly become several.What we do
We check every child, on site.
Our technicians bring everything and check each child in private. Your nurse gets the results, and parents get calm, clear letters.Why it works
Proven at NYC camps.
At Camp Sunshine in Brooklyn, 3 cases turned up in week one of an 8-week season. We screened all 180 campers in a day and found 7 cases. Weekly checks followed, with no new cases all summer.
How our school and camp lice screenings work
Three ways to screen
Arrival day screeningFirst day of school or camp
Check every new student or camper on day one, and start the session lice-free.
Weekly screeningEvery 7-14 days
Catch new cases early, before they spread. Best for camps and longer programs.
Outbreak responseWithin 24-48 hours
We screen the class, the grade or the whole school and find every active case at once.
On the day
We set up and meet your nurse
We bring all the equipment, set up a private station, and review your protocols with your nurse or administrator.
We check each child
One at a time or in small groups. A section-by-section check takes about 2-3 minutes per child.
We report in real time
Your designated staff member hears about any positive case right away, in private. We never announce findings.
You get a written report
Total screened, findings and next steps, plus prevention tips to share with families.
Calm letters for parents
A pre-screening notice, an exposure notice, a post-screening summary and prevention tips for families. Email versions are included, and Spanish and other languages are available on request. Add your letterhead and details.
Group screening pricing
| Group size | Per student | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1-50 students | $10, $250 minimum | Small schools, daycares and single classrooms |
| 51-150 students | $8 | Medium schools and camp programs, with more screeners for speed |
| 150+ students | $6 | Large schools and camps: a dedicated team, custom scheduling, priority booking |
- Travel, per visit (not per student): Brooklyn and Manhattan included. Queens +$50, Bronx +$75, Staten Island +$100. Several screenings on the same day may cost less in travel.
- What you save: checking 100 students one at a time at $50 each costs $5,000. A group screening for the same 100 costs $800, a $4,200 saving.
What nurses, principals and directors say
We schedule arrival day screenings every year now. It gives parents confidence and prevents problems before they start. The team is professional and the kids don't even realize what's happening.
As a school nurse, I've worked with many screening services. Lice Busters is the most professional and efficient. They coordinate seamlessly with our health protocols.
When we had an outbreak in 3rd grade, they had a team here within 24 hours. Screened 85 students, found 4 cases, and the situation was resolved. Highly recommend for any school administrator.
The screening program saved our summer. Quick identification prevented what could have been a facility-wide outbreak. Parents appreciated our proactive approach.
If a screening finds lice
We treat
A full manual comb-out removes every louse and nit.
We check again
A free follow-up check at 7-10 days. In-home families get it at home.
We re-treat if needed
Lice back within 14 days from a missed nit? We treat again, free.
Many clinics charge for a re-check. Ours is included, and our phone support is open 24/7.
The guarantee covers our work. A new exposure at school or home is a new case. Read the full terms
School and camp screening questions
Still have questions?
How much advance notice do you need to schedule a school screening?
For routine screenings, we prefer 1-2 weeks' notice so we can plan and staff the day. For an outbreak, we can often send a team within 24-48 hours. Call 917-742-2978 for urgent requests and we'll do everything we can to meet your timeline.
Do you have liability insurance and proper licensing?
Yes. We carry general liability insurance and professional liability coverage. All our technicians are licensed and trained in screening protocols. We provide proof of insurance and licensing on request for your school or camp records.
What happens if lice are found during a school screening?
We tell your designated staff member (usually the school nurse or an administrator) right away, in private. We explain what we found and recommend next steps. We never identify a student in public. We can also give you parent notification letters, so you can tell families calmly and clearly.
How do you maintain student privacy during screenings?
Privacy is a top priority. We set up in a private area away from other students. Children come one at a time or in small groups. We never announce findings, and only your designated health staff hear about positive cases. Every child is treated with dignity, in a calm, professional way that doesn't single anyone out.
Can you screen an entire school in one day?
Yes, for most schools. Our team can screen 150-300 students per hour, so a school of 300 students usually takes about 1.5 hours. For larger schools, we bring more screeners or split the screening across 2 days. We work around your schedule to keep disruption low.
What equipment and space do you need for screenings?
We bring all our own screening equipment, including specialized combs, lighting and sanitizing supplies. We need a private room or area with a table and chairs. A nurse's office, empty classroom or conference room works well. We need access to handwashing, and ideally a spot away from heavy foot traffic.
Do parents need to give permission for screenings?
It depends on your school or camp's policy. Some include lice screening in their general health consent forms. Others prefer a specific opt-in or opt-out notice. We can give you sample permission forms and help you choose the right approach for your state's rules and your own policies.
What's included in your post-screening report?
After each screening, you get a written report with the number of students screened, the number of positive findings, a grade-level breakdown if useful, and recommendations for follow-up. It also includes prevention tips you can share with families. Reports usually arrive the same day, or within 24 hours.
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Can you provide training for our school staff on lice identification?
Yes. We train school nurses, teachers and administrators to identify, prevent and manage lice. Training can be booked on its own or added to your screening program. It usually takes 30-60 minutes and includes a hands-on demonstration and Q&A. Contact us to plan a custom session.
Do you offer ongoing contracts or just one-time screenings?
Both. One-time screenings suit outbreak response or an annual check. Ongoing contracts for weekly, bi-weekly or monthly screening come at discounted rates, and many camps and year-round schools choose one for steady monitoring. We can build a program that fits your needs and budget.