Latest Covid Update 24th September 2020
24th September 2020
Dear parent or carer,
I hope my message finds you safe and well.
I am writing to you as we have been made aware that a student has unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19. The affected student is now self-isolating for a period of 10 days, and I am sure you will join me in wishing them a swift recovery.
We have since been working closely with Public Health England who are satisfied that as robust safety measures are in place at the academy, including the arrangement of students and staff into bubbles to limit contact between individuals, the academy can remain open to all others.
For information, the student who has tested positive for the virus is in the year 10 bubble and will therefore have had no contact with students in other year groups.
Furthermore, please rest assured that we are taking every precaution here at the academy to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our students and staff, including regular and focussed cleaning of the academy, social distancing and ensuring good hand and respiratory hygiene.
Parents and carers are reminded that if you or your child show any symptoms of the virus, or if you or your child are self-isolating as someone else in your household has symptoms of COVID-19, you should not attend the academy. Please click here for the NHS’ guide to COVID-19 symptoms.
Our students and members of their households also have access to testing if they display symptoms of COVID-19. To access testing, you can use the online booking service at www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test or call 119.
I appreciate that upon hearing such news that some parents and carers may naturally be feeling concerned. However, I would like to reiterate that the health and wellbeing of your child is our number one priority and that we will do everything in our power to ensure their safety.
In the meantime, I take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of the academy and ask that you please get in touch if you have any questions or concerns.
I will be sure to keep in contact with you.
Yours sincerely,
Gemma Cottingham
Headteacher