Southend Health Visiting and School Nursing

03/12/2025

A brilliant new resource has been launched! Our local NHS Paediatric Speech and Language Therapists have created a helpline for parents, carers, settings, schools and professionals. You can call them on 01702 578601 Monday- Friday 9:30-11:30am for advice and guidance to do with children's speech and language.

02/12/2025

Our Specialist Health Visitor for Children with Additional Needs and members from the Jigsaw Team delivered a fantastic update to the Health Visiting and School Nursing team last week.

Parents can assess an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) support line on 01702 372251 on Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:30-2:30pm. You do not need a diagnosis to access advice.

Parents can also speak to the Specialist Health Visitor for Children with Additional Needs (up to 8 years old) on 07580167371 on Fridays 12:30-2:30pm.

02/12/2025

02/12/2025

Have you heard of ChatHealth? It's a fantastic way of contacting the school nursing team to discuss your concerns.

If you would like to speak to a Southend School Nurse over text message, you can text 07507331884 if you are the parent of a 5-19 years old. Or if a young person between 11-19 years old would like to text us directly, they can do so on 07520649895.

You can talk to the school nurses about anything to do with health or emotional wellbeing for 5-19 years olds.

26/11/2025

25/11/2025

We are excited to let you know that we are introducing an additional Storyrhymes session!
Starting next Tuesday at Westcliff Library 👏🎵📚🧸Regular booking procedures apply.
Southend Libraries Please see the image below for details 👇

25/11/2025

19/11/2025

Did you know that NHS sight tests are free for children and available from opticians?

So next time you walk past or your local opticians, call in and make an appointment for your child.

We especially recommend doing this during the term before your child starts school or if you have any concerns such as:
👀Eyes not pointing in the same direction (over 3 months old)
👀Complaining of headaches or eye strain
👀Problems reading
👀Problems with hand-eye coordination
👀Regularly rubbing their eyes

12/11/2025

12/11/2025

Did you know that health visitors are qualified nurses or midwives who are here to help your baby thrive to their full potential?

We support parents and carers during their baby's first 5 years- a critical period of brain development that can affect the rest of their lives.

We monitor growth and development and gently guide you about sleep, safety, oral health, and building a positive relationship with solid food. We observe your special bond and play and support you if you are struggling- with this or anything else.

We work closely with other services to ensure early intervention if needed, and we're here for you if you need evidence-based guidance or support.

There's so much to learn and navigate when you become a parent, and we're proud to support you on your parenting journey.

12/11/2025

are offering a free stretch and relaxation exercise class over the next few weeks on Monday evenings in Southend. Babies are welcome to attend 😊.
For more information and to book yourself in, check out their website. Link in stories.