Wellbeing
Health & Medical Support

What medical care does Cranleigh provide for pupils?

Cranleigh’s health and medical support offers calm, professional care whenever pupils need it. Our purpose-built Medical Centre is open from 8am Monday to 8pm Saturday, with an on-call nurse on Sundays. Pupils can drop in with everyday worries, injuries, illness or simply for advice. Care is quick, reassuring and linked with pastoral and academic teams.

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What wellbeing and health services does Cranleigh offer?

Wellbeing sits at the heart of school life. Pupils can talk to school counsellors, mental health first aiders and other staff who know them well. With everyone working together, pupils get the care they need and feel supported. We also offer NHS school vaccination programmes and routine health checks.

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What is the Cranleigh onsite Medical Centre?

The Medical Centre is a purpose-built space for everyday medical care. It offers daily clinics and quiet recovery rooms with clear routes to external GPs and specialists. It’s calm, friendly and professional – a place where pupils can rest, recover and feel well cared for. Parents are kept informed and can contact the Medical Centre at any time.

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Who is Cranleigh's medical team?

A Lead Nurse oversees day-to-day care, and a visiting GP provides regular clinics and clinical oversight. A team of nurses, mental health first aiders and school counsellors work closely with pastoral and academic staff to offer what many families consider the best school medical provision in Surrey.

Frequently asked questions about health & medical support

Are nurses onsite 24/7?

There is an onsite or on-call nurse 24/7 during term-time.

How is medication managed?

Through the Medical Centre with parental consent and secure systems in place.

Is there a school GP?

Yes – a visiting GP runs weekly clinics, with same-day appointments for boarders.

Can parents speak to the nurse?

Yes – parents can contact the nurse team directly at any time.

What about mental health support?

Cranleigh has a dedicated team of counsellors and trained mental health first aiders. Counselling services are chargeable following a number of free sessions.