Sandwell School Nursing

Sandwell School Nursing Sandwell School Nursing delivers services that are visible, accessible and confidential regardless of educational provision. https://linktr.ee/sandwellsn

For more information about our services: www.healthforteens.co.uk/sandwell/ & www.healthforkids.co.uk/sandwell/

☀️💧 Hot weather = higher water risks – let’s look out for each other 💧☀️With temperatures rising and more young people h...
02/06/2026

☀️💧 Hot weather = higher water risks – let’s look out for each other 💧☀️
With temperatures rising and more young people heading to the water to cool off, we’re sharing an important reminder about staying safe around water.
Sadly, recent incidents highlight just how quickly things can go wrong. As school nurses, we’re supporting the Royal Life Saving Society’s message:

🗣️ BE A MATE – SPEAK UP – SAVE A LIFE
✅ Be a Mate
Look out for your friends. Never swim alone and stick together. If someone’s struggling, get help immediately by calling 999

🗣️ Speak Up
If something doesn’t feel safe – speak up. Whether it’s unsafe swimming spots, alcohol around water, or risky behaviour, your voice matters.

💧 Stay safe this summer:

Swim at lifeguarded locations
Avoid jumping into unknown water as hidden dangers can be life-threatening
Never mix alcohol/drugs with swimming
Cold water shock can happen even in warm weather
Check weather and water conditions before you go

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents & carers: Please have open conversations with children and young people about water safety and the importance of looking out for each other.

28/05/2026

☀️ Do you know your sunscreen? ☀️

‼️ When buying sunscreen, always ensure you purchase sunscreen SPF of 30+ and at least a 4-star UVA protection!

If you plan to go outside in the sun, sunscreen needs to be applied multiple times:
✅ 30 minutes before going out
✅ Just before going out
✅ Every 2 hours while you are out in the sun

❌ Sunscreen can only be used for a certain duration of time, so make sure it hasn't expired before you apply it. You can tell how long you can use the sunscreen for by looking at the symbol of an open jar, an M and a number, which shows how many months the sunscreen will last once it's been opened.

🔗 For more information about sunscreen and sun safety, visit the link in the comments 👇

What a lovely and busy half term it has been for the School Nursing Team! We are incredibly proud of all the support, ca...
22/05/2026

What a lovely and busy half term it has been for the School Nursing Team! We are incredibly proud of all the support, care, and guidance we have provided to children, young people, families, and schools over the past few weeks.

Our Half-Term Stats (approximately):
• 📝 21 Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) created or updated
• 📚 154 Health Education Sessions delivered
• ☕ 19 Parent Drop-In Sessions held
• ❤️ 27 Here4U Drop-In Sessions
• 🌟 61 Holistic Health Assessments completed
• 💬 56 1:1 Direct Work Sessions with young people

And alongside these numbers, there has been so much more taking place every day — from offering reassurance, to supporting schools, attending meetings, and helping children and young people feel safe, healthy, and supported throughout the half term.
Thank you to all pupils, parents/carers, and school staff for your continued support this half term.
We hope everyone has a lovely May half term break, and we can’t wait to continue supporting everyone next half term! 🌼💙

Well done to all Year 6 pupils across Sandwell! 🎉A big congratulations to everyone who has completed their SATs this wee...
15/05/2026

Well done to all Year 6 pupils across Sandwell! 🎉
A big congratulations to everyone who has completed their SATs this week. We are all really proud of you! 👏

As you start to think about moving on to secondary school, it’s completely normal to have mixed feelings – whether that’s excitement, nerves, or a bit of both.

Sandwell School Nursing is here to support you through this transition, with advice and support around health and wellbeing whenever it’s needed. 💙

For children aged 11+, our ChatHealth text service offers confidential advice and support. You can text a school nurse on 07480 635 486. 📱

If you would like a ChatHealth card, you can ask your school or contact the School Nursing Service directly on 0121 612 2974.
Take some time to relax and enjoy the rest of the term. 🌟

Today we are celebrating International Nurses Day and recognising the dedication, compassion, and care that nurses bring...
12/05/2026

Today we are celebrating International Nurses Day and recognising the dedication, compassion, and care that nurses bring every day. 💙

The Sandwell School Nursing Team is proud to support the health and wellbeing of children and young people within our community. From promoting emotional wellbeing and healthy lifestyles to providing support and guidance, we love making a difference in school nursing.

Every day is an opportunity to help children and young people feel supported, safe, and empowered to reach their full potential, and we feel privileged to be part of that journey.

Thank you to all nurses for the incredible work you do every day. 🌟

01/05/2026

🌿 Tipton Health and Wellbeing Day 🌿

Join us for a FREE, friendly, supportive day focused on your health and wellbeing 💚

Whether you’re resident, local organisation or professional, looking for advice, support, or just a chat with local services, this event is for you.

🗓 Thursday 14 May 2026
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 Jubilee Park Community Centre, Powis Avenue, Tipton, DY4 0RJ

On the day you can access support and information on:
✅ Mental health and wellbeing
✅ Debt advice and housing support
✅ Families, children & young people
✅ Domestic abuse support
✅ Healthy lifestyles and energy saving
✅ Libraries, Family Hubs and community organisations
✅ Free refreshments

Come along, meet local organisations, and find out what support is available in Tipton – all in one place.

👉 No booking needed – just drop in, we’d love to chat to you

01/05/2026

🦠 is a serious disease, leading to ear and chest infections, fits, diarrhoea, and damage to the brain.⁠
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💉 Your child is at risk of measles if they haven't had the MMR , it’s never too late to get protected.⁠
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➡️ More: https://bit.ly/mmr-vaccine⁠
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National Allergy Awareness Week 💉This week, Sandwell School Nursing is recognising National Allergy Awareness Week, high...
20/04/2026

National Allergy Awareness Week 💉

This week, Sandwell School Nursing is recognising National Allergy Awareness Week, highlighting the importance of early and accurate diagnosis of allergies and how this can make a real difference to children and young people.

Allergies can cause symptoms such as skin reactions, swelling, or breathing difficulties. Recognising symptoms early and seeking diagnosis is important to help prevent more serious reactions and ensure children receive the right support at school.

We’re proud to support the work of Allergy UK, the leading charity providing trusted information and support for people living with allergies:
👉 https://www.allergyuk.org

If your child has a diagnosed allergy and attends a Sandwell school, they may require an Allergy Action Plan to help keep them safe in school. If one is not already in place, families can contact Sandwell School Nursing on 📞 0121 612 2974 to discuss whether an action plan is required.

Together, by raising awareness and promoting timely diagnosis, we can help children with allergies stay safe and well at school.

Primary School Offer Day 🎒✏️Today many families in Sandwell will receive their child’s primary school offer. This is an ...
16/04/2026

Primary School Offer Day 🎒✏️

Today many families in Sandwell will receive their child’s primary school offer. This is an exciting milestone and a good time to start thinking about school readiness.
Being school ready is about more than learning letters and numbers. It means helping children feel confident, secure and ready to manage everyday school life. Key areas of school readiness include:

✅ Independent self‑care – toilet training, dressing and basic hygiene
✅ Emotional regulation – recognising feelings and beginning to manage them
✅ Effective communication – expressing needs and understanding instructions
✅ Social skills – sharing, turn‑taking and playing with others
✅ Listening and attention – focusing on tasks and following routines
✅ Growing independence – building confidence in new environments
✅ Physical readiness – coordination, stamina and fine motor skills
✅ Healthy routines – sleep patterns and mealtime habits

🩺 Support with school readiness
If you have questions or concerns about your child starting school, support and guidance is available. We can offer information, advice and signposting around school readiness, health and wellbeing to help families feel prepared and confident as their child takes this next step.
Early support can help make the transition to school a positive experience for children and families. 💚

09/02/2026

Have a look at this great Free Family heath event happening in Smethwick. ⭐⭐⭐

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