School nursing
The London Borough of Hackney covers three nursery schools,
53 primary schools, 12 secondary schools and seven special
schools (two of which are pupil referral units). The Hackney school
nursing service provides a core and enhanced nursing service across
Hackney’s schools.
Services
- Complete health profiling for each school and school
population
- Health surveillance and screening of children at school
entry
- Monitor children on the child protection register and those
deemed vulnerable
- Provide an advisory and educational role, including staff
training
- Co-ordinate and deliver the school immunisation programme
- Take an active role in PSHEC (Personal Social Health Education
and Citizenship) in class and drop in clinics
Referrals
Referrals may be made through self-referral, from families, from
schools, voluntary and statutory organisations.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday from 9.00am - 5.00pm. These hours can be
adjusted to suit the needs of the service. Working hours can be
negotiated with the school nurse and team leader.
Contact details
Children and Families Services
NHS
City & Hackney Community Health Services
Defoe Buildiing
Hackney Community College
Hoxton Street
London
N1 6LP
Phone: 020 7683 4284 or 020
7683 4437
Fax: 020 7683 4270