Friday 11th March
Covid-19: Testing and Isolation Guidance
Although there is much talk of ‘things returning to normal’, you will be aware from both local and national news that Covid-19 is still with us and affecting everyday life – including at FJS. This week we have had several positive cases: both staff and pupils.
We ask that parents continue to be vigilant around symptoms. If a pupil develops any COVID-19 symptoms, they should remain at home and get tested via PCR as soon as possible. This can be arranged via www.nhs.uk/ask-for-a-coronavirus-test or by calling 119 for those without internet access.
Please note that a negative Lateral Flow Test is not sufficient for them to return to school if they continue to have symptoms. However, if they test positive on a LFD they do not need to access a PCR to confirm.
The guidance remains to self-isolate following a positive COVID test, but if on Day 5 you test negative and then 24 hours later, test negative again, then your child can return to school – unless they continue to be unwell or have a raised temperature.
The most common symptoms are recent onset of:
- New continuous cough and/or
- High temperature and/or
- A loss of, or change in, normal sense of taste/smell (anosmia)
However, we have also seen children with colds, sore throats and upset stomachs who have then tested positive.
If we have classes that have recorded several cases over a short period, we will send the following text message to the class:
Please note that there are several confirmed cases of coronavirus in (insert class). Please be vigilant and test where possible.
Thank you for your continued support.
