Counselling
We have two full-time counsellors – who work according to the NZAC Code of Ethics and whose counselling practices are underpinned by our school values of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and kairangitanga. To book a counselling session, please fill out a referral form and a counsellor will be in touch with you via email.
School Nurses
The Auckland Girls’ Grammar School Nurses are professionally trained and registered with extensive experience in youth health. Our nurses are expected to be trustworthy and respect student privacy and confidentiality. The nursing team is complimented by the services of a doctor and psychologist.
The Health Centre are funded by the Auckland District Health Board to provide comprehensive health care in a friendly, supportive environment.
The Health Centre team is able to provide:
- Doctors clinic one day per week
- Psychologist services
- Emergency first aid
- Annual health check for each Year 9 student
- Support for students with ongoing medical conditions or injuries ie. Diabetes, asthma, rheumatic heart disease, allergies, concussion etc
- Screening for vision, hearing etc.
- Support for immunisation programmes
- Access for visiting specialists from Starship and public health nurses for follow up care
- Free health advice to students and their families
- Parents and caregivers are encouraged to share student medical concerns in confidence with the School Health Centre Team.
The School Nurses can be contacted by email: nurse@aggs.school.nz
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is available at school through the Health Centre. Physiotherapy services are provided by Physio In Schools to support rehabilitation from injury. The Physiotherapists that work with students on site are trained and experienced.
The Physio can be contacted by email: physio@aggs.school.nz