We are aware of a person within Blackburn Primary School who has tested positive for COVID-19. We are working closely with NHS Lothian Health Protection Team and following all national guidance.
Anyone that may have been in close and sustained contact with the case will be contacted directly and will need to self-isolate. They will be given appropriate guidance and advice.
If you are not contacted directly to inform you that your child is a close contact, then your child should attend school as normal (if they have been granted a place at school during the current lockdown).
Enhanced cleaning and infection control measures are in place, in line with national guidance. The school is safe and remains open for staff and pupils who have been granted a place during the current lockdown.
If you have any concerns in the meantime, or if you need to book a COVID-19 test because your child has developed symptoms (high temperature, a new continuous cough and/or a loss or change in sense of smell or taste) please visit the NHS Inform website www.nhsinform.scot or for non-clinical advice call 0800 028 2816.
Please note that a test should only be booked if you or your child has these specifics symptoms.
Remember to stay at home if anyone in the household has symptoms of COVID-19.
For further information you may find this FAQs useful https://www.nhslothian.scot/Coronavirus/Parents/Schools/Pages/default.aspx
Best wishes,
Janet Clarkson
2021_03_03 Letter to All Parents for Single Confirmed Case of COVID – Blackburn PS
