COVID-19 UPDATE 1

OFFICIAL SLC UPDATE – is intended that all SLC schools and nurseries will open normal hours (9.00am-3.00pm) for children of Category 1 key workers (see list below).

Children of Category 1 key workers should go to their usual entrance at 9.00am.

The school will also be open during lunch (12.15-1.00pm) for children eligible for free school meals (this includes all P1-3 pupils).

Category 1 key workers (as defined by Scottish Government)

Health and Care workers supporting COVID and associated staff;

Health and Care workers supporting life threatening emergency work

Critical primary and community care provision

Energy suppliers

Staff providing childcare for other category staff.

SLC Clarification if there is a parent within the household who is NOT a Category 1 worker then children should remain home with them and not attend school. Category 1 does NOT include all NHS Staff.

THIS INFORMATION IS THE CURRENT SLC POSITION. MORE UPDATES TO FOLLOW.

We thank everyone for their continued patience and understanding and ask that you only contact the school or come into the building if absolutely necessary.

With thanks

Kirkton Primary School