Wellbeing
Being a teenager in today’s world can be very challenging. There are anxieties about school work, exams, friendships, and many other issues. Please be assured that we have your child’s best interests at heart and are here to support them as they journeys through Bandon Grammar School. All Houseparent & Duty staff are available 24/7. If you as a parent have any queries please contact your respective Houseparent.
Catering
Our in house catering team provide a broad range of interesting food every day, including Irish, international and vegetarian meals.
There is always an excellent selection of full and light meals available. At weekends we make a special effort to give our Boarders the food they enjoy most– with some special treats and a different menu appropriate to their leisure time. Birthday celebrations are marked with cake and pizza nights by prior arrangement with the Houseparent.
Boarders also have access to mini kitchens in their respective houses so they can prepare snacks and light food when they need to and so that they may begin to think independently about their own care.
Medical Centre
A nurse / matron is available 24 / 7. Medications are safely managed through the nurse’s office, ensuring students’ well-being.
Prescription medication
If a boarder is taking regular medication, they are expected to hand in the medication to the nurse, to be administered by them.
Over the counter medication
Boarders who require over the counter medication can acquire this from the Nurse / Houseparent who are available 24 hours.
If a boarder is sick
Parents and/or Guardians will be informed. The Nurse and/or Houseparent will make an assessment about whether or not the boarder is fit enough to attend school or should stay in sick bay. In some cases, boarders will be advised to return home until they are better.
Doctor on Call
If a boarder requires a doctor, the Nurse and / or Houseparent will arrange an appointment with the local GP. This is added to the child's school bill along with any prescription medication that may be required following the Doctor's visit.
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