NHS Orkney School Health Team

20/11/2025

Please join the Childsmile team on the 2nd December for some Christmas craft fun, open to P7 children and under!

13/10/2025

The first isle visited last week, was Westray Junior High School. The highlight of Hannah's trip was hearing the lower primary pupils speaking so passionately about healthy eating, and making such positive changes. Well done! Here is a small example of some of the work completed with the Primary pupils.

10/10/2025

Looking after your mental health is important - so today, make a little extra time to do something you enjoy.

26/09/2025

Hello! What a week it has been! The team have been very busy. We have been to Rousay Community School and Eday Primary School, as well as our mainland schools. We attended the Taking Action on Poverty event, and the Open Evening at Stromness Academy. We also attended the Su***de Prevention and Mental Health Support Services event, where we were able to hear some amazing speakers.

24/09/2025

Support Worker Lorna has got a beautiful day for a visit to one of the isles today, but which one is she visiting?!

18/09/2025

Starting from next week, our drop in clinic will move to a Tuesday. Please see updated poster.

08/09/2025

September is Urology Awareness Month!

Did you know?

In the UK, approximately 1 in 9 children and young people live with bladder or continence conditions. This can affect their confidence, emotional wellbeing, and daily life. By talking about it, we help reduce the stigma and support those affected.

Does your child experience bladder or bowel issues?

The School Health Team provides a Continence Advisory Service and this service is available through a referral from your GP

25/08/2025

Hello from your School Health Team! We are delighted to share that Alison has joined the team as a Staff Nurse. We look forward to getting back in schools and working with everyone!

22/08/2025

Our School Nurse Thisbe has had a busy summer. Thisbe attended the School Nurse International Conference in Japan! This was a great experience which allowed great conversations and learning between a wide range of countries.

18/08/2025

We are looking forward to getting back into the schools and working with you all!

06/08/2025

Some great advice from for supporting your child with transitions and changes, whether that be starting school, leaving school or changes in school.

Changes or transitions at nursery, school, college or university may feel big or overwhelming to your child. They may prompt some anxious feelings.

05/08/2025

Wishing everyone all the best for getting their results today!

Please contact your school if you're experiencing a delay with getting your results, or if you need someone to talk to, they are there to help and support.

Good morning - results day has arrived! Your SQA grades will appear from 8:00 am by email, text or post.

If you need to:

✏️ Lodge a priority appeal (deadline 12 Aug)
✏️ Book a course-change appointment
✏️ Get UCAS-clearing advice
✏️ Talk mental health

…drop in to your local school’s guidance office, UHI Orkney, or SDS Careers Centre today.

All support details & deadlines are in our guide - https://bit.ly/45kdrla