School Nurse
Further information can be found at:
https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/children-families-and-learning/childrens-health/school-nursing/
During the coronavirus pandemic the health and safety of children, young people, families and our staff is our main priority. We are providing support to children and their families virtually, in order to maintain social distancing.
Our School Nurse service during this time is as follows.
A member of the School Nursing team can be contacted Monday to Friday 9am -5pm to provide advice and support for any concerns that you may have about your child’s/children’s health and wellbeing. You can contact them on 03456 078866 or alternatively you can email the team on childrenshealth@suffolk.gov.uk.
Chathealth texting service is available for young people aged 11 to 19 years old. Texts are responded to by a member of the school nursing team between 9am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday. (excluding bank holidays). You can text them on 07507 333356.
Below are some of the key changes that have been made to the way in which we deliver our service during this pandemic, in the interests of safety and wellbeing.
Our appointments are currently provided via telephone or video call.
Secondary schools ‘Drop In’ sessions will resume when schools allow.
School Nurse referrals can be made, please complete our referral form and we will respond as soon as possible.
We can provide information by email if required.
School Nurses will participate in Child Protection conferences/Child in Need/ Family Network meetings via Skype. Reports will be shared with families over the telephone prior to the meetings.
Advice from a School Nurse can be gained by contacting the Health Business Centre by telephoning 03456 078866 or emailing childrenshealth@suffolk.gov.uk
Chathealth text messaging service is available Monday-Friday 9am until 4:30pm (excluding bank holidays) where a health professional will be available to offer support. You can text them on 07507 333356.
Screening for reception children (height, weight, vision and hearing) will continue once the schools reopen.
The National Child Measurement Programme in schools will continue when schools allow.