She works in the area of preventative health and education. A routine screening program is conducted. Parents are advised if a child appears to require a referral. The School Nurse is based at the Joondalup Health Services but may be contacted through the school. The School Psychologist can assist children who have a particular academic, behavioural or emotional need.
Referral can be by the school or parent.
Usually it is done after discussion between teacher and parents. The School Dental Service provides a free and continuing dental service for each child enrolled. Services extend to Year 11 students. Each Dental Therapy Centre is staffed by Dental Therapists and supervised by a Dentist with the School Dental Service. Children are recalled periodically for re-examination and any necessary treatment.