The 2000m2 ward on Level 5 of Starship Hospital is a 45-bed general paediatric ward which cares for children from infancy through to adolescence. 

The ward consists of three main clinical zones:

  • A 30-bed capacity core zone, open year round, with a separate area for adolescents including the Eating Disorders Service
  • A 13-bed flex zone which opens over winter to meet seasonal demand
  • An adjacent clinic space with the ability to supplement 2 additional beds during peak periods if required
ClientAuckland District Health Board
LocationTāmaki Makaurau Auckland
StatusCompleted 2017
image-block-1

The ward was designed around the Starship philosophy of ‘family-centred care’ which aims to provide a homely environment not only for the patients but also encourages family overnight/extended stay.  This ensures patients’ happiness and safety, which are important components to their healing process.

The new design facilitates this by providing:

  • Two new parent lounges with dedicated parent bathroom facilities
  • A well-equipped play room
  • Independent adolescent dining and lounge
  • Bespoke bedside joinery units in all patient bedrooms, which include a fold-down parent bed and storage for personal belongings
  • Improved manoeuvrability and space for staff and families in patient bedrooms
  • A central meet and greet point of entry with approachable staff station hubs at each end of the ward
  • Improved lines of sight with direct visibility to all children from the ward corridors
image-block-1