Positive Covid-19 Case at School

7th November 2020

Dear Parents and Carers 

We were advised yesterday that a child at school has tested positive for Covid-19.  Having undertaken a thorough contact-tracing exercise, we identified a significant number of contacts among the year group and these pupils have been advised to self-isolate.   After liaison with the Local Authority Covid Advisory Team, we have taken the further precaution of closing Year 10 for two weeks; this means that all pupils in Year 10 will learn from home, with work set by their teachers, for the next fortnight.  

Having observed these measures, school can remain open and pupils in Years 7, 8, 9 and 11 should continue to attend as normal if they remain well. 

We are sharing the information about positive cases of Covid-19 in school in order to dispel unhelpful rumours and to give parents and carers confidence that they are being kept fully informed.  Please continue to monitor your family closely for any signs or symptoms of the virus and take action according to the attached guidance.  Please keep the school fully informed of any possible case in your household and of your family’s isolation status, to help us keep abreast of any emerging issues. 

Your sincerely

Claire Coates

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