DFE Update received 28.11.2128 November 2021 (by headmarton) |
We have received the DFE daily update in response to the identification of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 in the UK and I have selected some information to share with you.
New measures will be introduced as a precaution to slow down the spread of the variant and although do not affect primary schools that much, we will be asking for your support at school.
Face coverings should be worn in communal areas in all settings by staff, visitors and pupils or students in year 7 and above, unless they are exempt. Pupils or students (in year 7 or above) should continue to wear face coverings on public and dedicated school transport, unless they are exempt.
If you need to come into school, please do wear a face mask.
All school staff continue to test twice weekly using lateral flow device (LFD) tests and we will follow this with a PCR if needed. Please continue to test your families and contact us at school following any positive results.
The current guidance on contact tracing and isolation remains in place. In addition to these, any suspected or confirmed close contacts of the Omicron variant will be asked to isolate for 10 days regardless of vaccination status or age. You will be contacted directly and told to isolate.
Vaccines are our best defence against COVID-19. They help protect young people and adults, and benefit those around them. Vaccination makes people less likely to catch the virus and less likely to pass it on.
To book a vaccination, please visit: Book or manage a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Please continue to stay safe
Best wishes, Nevin Deakin