Dear Parent/Carer,
As a school we understand that the current situation regarding coronavirus is a worrying time for parents and carers. Can I reassure you that we are following all daily advice from the government and local authority.
In line with government advice the school is taking the following actions in terms of infection control. We are stressing the importance of regular handwashing for at least 20 seconds with soap and water in the following circumstances:
- before leaving home.
- after using the toilet.
- before eating any food.
- after playtimes and PE.
- We are ensuring pupils and staff understand to catch their cough and sneezes in a tissue and immediately throw the tissue in the bin.
- We are attempting to ensure that surfaces and frequently touched objects are cleaned and disinfected more regularly than normal.
At the moment in following the government advice schools have not been asked to close. Should a school closure be necessary we will inform parents by letter and via our website and mySchoolApp. In the event of a school closure we will provide work for pupils to complete at home most of which will require internet access, and a computer, laptop or tablet. If you do not have access to electronic devices please inform the school in order for alternative arrangements to be made and paper based work can be provided.
In order to follow recent guidelines around social distancing please read the information around key events planned for the forthcoming weeks.
Parents Evening
We have decided to postpone our parents meetings until the summer term. Details will be provided once we have set new dates.
After School Clubs
All afterschool clubs will cease to operate after this week. We will give you further information as to when we can recommence the clubs.
Music Festival
The music festival due to take place next week has been cancelled. I recognise that this is a huge disappointment for pupils staff and parents. The organisers are hopeful that the festival can be rescheduled and take place later in the year.
Fundraising Assembly
Our assembly scheduled for Friday 20th March to award our fantastic fundraisers has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for a later date.
Could I thank you all for your continued support which is essential to ensure that we look after everyone in our community.
Please continue to be sensible and vigilant and follow the guidelines of Public Health England. Stay at home if your child has a new or persistent cough or a high temperature for 14 days.
If anyone in the household is displaying symptoms then all members of the household must self-isolate for 14 days.
I will keep you updated of any further information as it comes into school.
Take Care
Mrs A Willis
Head Teacher
