As all children come back to school we will start to see the normal colds and illnesses.  It is important though if your child shows any symptoms of Coronavirus that you do not send them to school.  

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Coronavirus symptoms are:

• a high temperature

• a new, continuous cough

• a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste

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Visit the NHS help page for advice https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ 

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To book a test https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/get-a-test-to-check-if-you-have-coronavirus/ 

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Call 119 to get a test if you have problems using the internet.

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Guidance states that if a member of your household displays symptoms your child will need to self-isolate.  If the member of your household tests negative and your child is not showing symptoms (they will need a test if they are) then your child can return to school. 

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DfE also have a helpline to answer questions about COVID-19 related to education. Staff, parents and young people can contact the helpline as follows:

Phone: 0800 046 8687
Email: DfE.coronavirushelpline@education.gov.uk
Opening hours: 8am to 6pm (Monday to Friday)

 

Latest government advice

https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response

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If your child has a cold, blocked nose etc and you would normally send them to school then they can come to school as normal, as long as they don't have any coronavirus symptoms.  

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