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Who are School Nurses and what do they do?

 

 

School Nurses are specially trained public health nurses who are here to listen to any worries you may have about your health and wellbeing. 

School Nurses give friendly, confidential advice to support your health and wellbeing and to help you make good choices for a healthy future. They can help with anxiety, low mood, exam stress, self harm, sexual health, relationships, puberty, Immunisations, eating Issues, and more.

Take a look at our School Nursing Linktree  for lot's of useful videos, websites and helpful tips. 

 


 

Speak to a School Nurse at our Drop In Sessions
 

 

Our School Nurses run confidential drop in sessions within secondary schools, which young people can visit to ask questions and seek support for their physical and emotional health. To find out information about your school's drop in session, speak to a teacher, or well-being lead who can give you details, or look out for our posters around your school.

 


 

Not ready to speak in person?

 

 

If you're aged 11-19 you can anonymously text our School Nursing Team on 07312 263 262 for confidential support and advice. You can seek support or ask us any questions relating to your health or wellbeing. Our nurses are non-judgemental and here to listen.

Here are just some of the things you can discuss with our nurses on Chat Health:

  • Anxiety
  • Emotional Wellbeing
  • Low Mood
  • Exam Stress
  • Self Harm
  • Sexual Health
  • Relationships
  • Puberty
  • Immunisations
  • Eating Issues
  • and more...

To start a chat, text (SMS) 07312 263 262 or visit the Chat Health Website  on your mobile. For more information on how Chat Health uses your data visit the Chat Health Privacy

The Chat Health number can also be found on our School Nursing Linktree  alongside other useful videos, websites and helpful tips.

 


 
What does confidential mean?

When you meet or text with your school nurse and discuss your worries they will not share information (without your consent) with anyone. The only exception to this is if you disclose something that makes the school nurse think you may be at risk of significant harm. We would always encourage you to share your worries with a parent / carer if appropriate.