Healthcare in
Schools
Supporting the health and wellbeing of rangatahi so they can thrive at school and beyond.
Our Service | Te Ratonga
We provide free, confidential healthcare and wellbeing support to students at participating schools across the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
Our School-Based Health Nurses can support students with a wide range of physical, mental, emotional and social health needs. They also provide health education, early support and referrals to other services when needed.
We work alongside students, whānau, schools and other health providers to help young people stay healthy, connected and engaged in learning.
Who can access this service?
Ko wai ka taea te uru atu ki tēnei ratonga?
This service is available to students enrolled at participating secondary schools and alternative education providers across Te Moana a Toi.
Our nurses work closely with students, whānau, school staff and other health services to provide youth-focused care.
The service is available at:
Tarawera High School
Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi (Teen Parenting Unit)
Rangitāiki College
Ōpōtiki College
Ōpōtiki Alternative Education
Trident High School
Whakatāne High School
Rangiatea (Teen Parenting Unit)
Apiti Hou Alternative Education
Te Kura Māori-a-Rohe o Waiohau
Murupara Area School
Murupara Alternative Education
How do I access this service?
Me pēhea te uru atu ki tēnei ratonga?
Students can visit the School-Based Health Nurse at their school, or speak with a teacher, dean or another trusted staff member for support.
Parents and caregivers are also welcome to contact the school for more information about the service.
For general enquiries, email referrals@toimanawaalliance.org.nz
Meet our team
Nicky Tarbotton
Youth Health Lead
Ashley McAllum
School Based Clinical Nurse
Susan Howden
School Based Clinical Nurse
Leah Dixon
School Based Clinical Nurse
Zara McGregor
School Based Clinical Nurse
Deborah Hocart
School Based Clinical Nurse
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Contact
07 306 2300
info@toimanawaalliance.org.nz
5 Louvain St, Whakatane
