Over the last couple of weeks we have seen a significant increase in the number of adults in the playground at the start and end of the school day.

With COVID still circulating in the community it is important that we all continue to follow the appropriate guidance to keep everyone safe.  The COVID mitigations for schools have remained unchanged and we ask that you continue to follow the guidance below.

• Adult social distancing is still in place on school premises including the playground. Adults from different households should remain at least 1m from each other at all times.
• Unless exempt, all adults should wear a face covering on school premises at drop off and pick up times.
• Staggered entry and finishing times are in place to minimise congestion. Adults should drop and go or pick up and go in order to keep the grounds clear for the next group.
• Only one adult per family should attend. If at all possible adults should drop off or meet pupils outwith the playground. If adult pickup is required, adults should stand as far back from the lines as possible.
• At the end of the day adults and pupils should exit the grounds immediately to allow the adults and pupils at after care to access the grounds.

Where a positive case is identified within the school the following applies. Only those who are in the same physical class as a positive case, and therefore a ‘low risk’ contact will receive a warning letter via a text message. Another letter will be sent if there are any additional cases in the same class after a 5 day period.
If you receive such a letter, the recommendation is that your child takes a lateral flow test if possible before returning to school.

By continuing to follow the guidance, it is hoped, we will be able to minimise the risks for everyone within our school community.

Thank you for your support in this matter. We will inform you as soon as there are any changes to the current approach.