Renovations Update

Wednesday, 1st May 2024 at 3:30pm

Our four E Block bathrooms were refurbished over the summer and we’ve had feedback from students and whānau that they appreciate the new facilities and feel much more comfortable using them throughout the day.

As part of the refurbishment, CCTV cameras were placed in the communal area of each of the four refurbished toilet blocks which covers the communal and hand washing areas. We took this step because there was frequent damage being done in our old toilet blocks which cost a significant amount of money and meant we had to regularly close facilities while repairs were being undertaken. This has worked really well and we have had no damage to the new toilet facilities.

Unfortunately, we are still getting a significant amount of damage in the C Block and the Gym bathrooms. We want all students to feel comfortable using the bathroom blocks at school. While we can’t yet afford to complete a full renovation to the C Block toilets, we are looking to put a CCTV camera in the communal and handwashing space of the C Block Boys’ toilet and in the walkway outside the C Block Girls’ toilets.

Support and quiet spaces

There are times when students need extra support and a quiet space when there is a lot going on and we have different places that our students can go when time out or support is needed.

• Our Well-being Centre is a welcoming environment and is always supervised by one of our Pastoral Team.
• We have two full time counsellors at GBHS as well as the 24/7 youth workers who are available to support students in the youth worker room which is in the E Block Quad.
• Students can also go to our student reception area with any concerns, at any time of the day, where they will be looked after. There is always a member of the Senior Leadership and Deans Team in the Deans corridor.

The well-being and safety of all of our students is always paramount. Feel free to contact us if you have any feedback or suggestions.