Covid-Updates

COVID - 19 NEWS AND UPDATES

UPDATE FOR CHILDREN IN CLASS TWO 27-03-21

Following two further cases of Covid in Class 2, we have sent out the following letter.


Class 2 - Covid Letter - 27-03-21.pdf: Updated Information for Class Two - 27th March 2021

UPDATE FOR CHILDREN IN CLASS ONE - 26-03-21

Following a confirmed case of Covid in Class 1, the isolation period has now been extended. Information can be found in the letter below.


COVID Letter - Class 1 - 25-03-21.pdf: Updated Information for Class One - 25th March 2021

SCHOOL CLOSURE 23-03-21

Following advice from Public Health England, we have taken the decision to close school today. The Leadership Team have spoken with Public Health England to determine how long the closure will last, and when children can return.

More details are now available in the letters below.

Thank you for your support and understanding.


School Closure Letter - March 2021.pdf: School Closure - Information for Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5


Class 1 and 2 Letter - March 2021.pdf: School Closure - Details specific to Classes 1 and 2 - NOTE THAT THIS INFORMATION HAS BEEN UPDATED (SEE ABOVE)


Class 3 4 and 5 letter.pdf: School Closure - Details specific to Classes 3, 4 and 5

CONFIRMED CASE OF COVID 19 WITHIN SCHOOL - 22-03-21

We have been advised by Public Health England that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within school. Information below...


Covid 19 22-03-21.pdf: Information Letter

CHANGES TO THE TEST AND TRACE SUPPORT PAYMENTS FOR PARENTS - 22-03-21


Changes to the Test and Trace support payment for parents.pdf: Changes to the Test and Trace Support Payment for Parents

WELCOME BACK PACK - 01-03-21


Welcome Back Pack - March 2021.pdf: Welcome Back Pack - March 2021

ONLINE / HOME LEARNING - 05-01-21

Dear Parents,

The following letter was sent home today which gives more details about how to access the home learning resources...


Online Learning - January 2021 - Version 2.pdf: Online Learning - 05-01-21 - Version 2

COVID ANNOUNCEMENT - 04-01-21

Dear Parents,

Following the Prime Minister’s announcement of a national lockdown from tomorrow, school will be closed for all pupils with immediate effect. If you need urgent childcare for Tuesday please phone the school office from 7:45. We will do all we can to help.

A letter will be sent tomorrow to clarify the situation with regards to key-worker and vulnerable children and how to access remote learning, which will be available by the end of the week.

Thank you for your understanding.

God bless you all.

Mrs. Baxter.

Information About Absence From School - 25-11-20

A guide to absence for parents and carers. There is a pdf version at the bottom of this box.


Covid-19 Parent Carer Absence Guidance.pdf: Covid-19 Parent Carer Absence Guidance Document

Letter from Bishop Ralph: 05-11-20

This is a letter that was sent to all parents today


Letter from Bishop Ralph 05.11.20.pdf: Letter from Bishop Ralph 05-11-20

Confirmed Case of Covid 19 in School: 28-10-20

Following a confirmed case of Covid 19 in school, the following letters have been sent out to parents. If you have any concerns or queries, please contact the school office via email: office@stgerardsprimary.org or via telephone on 01709 850568


General Letter - Single Case.pdf: This letter is for all staff, parents and carers of children at St. Gerard's Primary School


Direct and Proximity Contacts.pdf: This letter is for parents and carers of children in Class 5 at St. Gerard's Primary School

Online Learning for children in Class 5

As children are being asked to isolate at home for 14 days, learning for children in Class 5 will switch to the "online" version as set out in the Online Learning Plan below. All being well, this will commence on Monday morning at 9:30 with the "Zoom Registration". Work will be provided on the Class Blog page.

Online Learning Plan: 16-10-20

This booklet sets out our plans for online learning in the event of a local or national lock-down.


Online Learning Plan.pdf: Online Learning Plan - 1st Edition - 16/10/20

NHS Test and Trace Letter: 23-09-20

This letter gives useful information about the Test and Trace procedure and gives advice about children returning to school if there is a suspected case within the home.


23-09-20-NHS_Test_And_Trace_Letter.pdf: 23-09020 NHS Test and Trace Letter

Welcome Back Pack : September 2020

This pack should help you to navigate the return to school after the Summer break. If you require any further information, please contact the school office.


Welcome Back Pack 2020.pdf: Welcome Back Pack 2020

COVID19 Pandemic Notice

Sharing Personal Data with NHS/Public Health Agencies

Please note that personal data of employees, parents or visitors to school may be shared with NHS/Public Health Agencies where relevant due to the Covid pandemic.

Please contact the school office if you require any further information.