Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Although restrictions have been lifted to some extent, we still have a COVID risk assessment in place to ensure that we keep everyone in school as safe as possible. This includes good hand hygiene, ventilation of classrooms and communal spaces, C02 monitors and LFD testing for staff. We also have an Outbreak Management Plan which will be referred to in the event of an outbreak of COVID cases in our school. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact the Executive Headteacher, Ms Lucy Caswell.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Risk Assessment - September 2021
COVID-19: outbreak management plan
The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) is an independent charity that provides some fantastic resources and guidance for schools.
Update 29.05.20
Letter from Julie Jenkins, Director of Children and Young People's Service, Calderdale MBC
The Local Authority's advice regarding wider opening of schools remains the same. Our school will remain closed and we will await contact from the Local Authority next week.
Childcare for vulnerable children and children of key workers will continue, based at Central Street.
Update 22.05.20
Useful resources:
Everybody Worries: An online picture book for children who are worried about Coronavirus
Stubbings will not be opening more widely from June 1st. Childcare for vulnerable children and children of key workers will continue, based at Central Street.
Letter from Julie Jenkins, Director of Children and Young People's Service, Calderdale MBC
Update 18.05.20
There will be no childcare provision for vulnerable children or children of critical key workers during half term (w/c 25th May) due to preparation and deep cleaning required within school.
Update 15.05.20
Update 12.05.20
Letter from Julie Jenkins, Director of Children and Young People's Service, Calderdale MBC
Government and DfE publications:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-implementing-protective-measures-in-education-and-childcare-settings/coronavirus-covid-19-implementing-protective-measures-in-education-and-childcare-settings
Update 10.05.20
In this evening's announcement the Prime Minister suggested that schools may be in a position to re-open from the 1st June. Mr Johnson proposed a phased return starting with Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 children.
We will await further detailed guidance from the DfE, Local Authority and Unions as we begin to respond to this announcement and plan for reopening. We will also be considering how we can continue to provide childcare for vulnerable children and children of key workers.
There is a significant amount to consider. These are unprecedented times and we continue to ask for your patience and support. Families will be kept informed via emails and updates on the website.
Update 06.05.20
Update 05.05.20
At a glance document with details of local and national agencies supporting families during COVID 19. With thanks to All Saints Infant & Junior School who produced the document and shared with all schools across Calderdale.
Update 09.04.20
A special message for our wonderful school community...
The whole world is talking about the corona virus. Schools have closed, and children are asking a lot of questions. This short film uses PLAYMOBIL to help explain in a way that children can understand what is happening right now, what we can all do to ease the situation, and why it so important to avoid contact with other children and adults .
If you are able to keep your child at home, you should.
#StayHomeSaveLives
This emergency provision is only for vulnerable children including those with SEND and social worker involvement. It is also for families with critical workers whose work is essential to the COVID 19 response.
Update 24.03.20
Letter from Julie Jenkins - Directors of Children and Young People's Service, Calderdale MBC
Update 23.03.20
Letter from Julie Jenkins - Director of Children and Young People's Service, Calderdale MBC
Update 22.03.20
Although we remain open for a small number of key worker and vulnerable children, not as an educational setting but as a safe space with a very skeleton staff, we would like to direct you to this advice from the Education Secretary on behalf of the Government.
You should only send your child to school on Monday if you have to, because your work is critical to our COVID-19 response.
If you are able to keep your child at home, you should.
#StayHomeSaveLives
Update 20.03.20
- School will only be open on Monday for children with an EHC plan, children with a social worker and children of critical workers.
- Every child who can be safely cared for at home should be.
- There is no requirement for families to send children to school if they do not need to or wish to do so.
- Critical workers include NHS staff, police, farmers and food retail workers who need to be able to go to work. A full list of critical workers and further information is available.
Update 19.03.20
- All schools will close at the end of the school on Friday for most pupils
- Details regarding arrangements for vulnerable children and the children of key workers will follow
- Home learning activities will be set via Class Dojo. Please login as soon as possible https://www.classdojo.com/en-gb/?redirect=true
- Useful websites for home learning are available on our Home Learning page
BBC -How families can cope with self-isolating together
Update 17.03.20
- Social distancing is recommended
- Schools remain open
- If a child, or family member within the home displays symptoms the whole household should self-isolate for 14 days
- If staff, or a member of their family within the home displays symptoms the whole household should self-isolate for 14 days
- People with underlying health conditions are advised to self-isolate
- We will send children home if they display symptoms.
- We are settin up ClassDojo for home learning. Please try to log in as soon as possible. Details will be sent home with children today.
https://www.classdojo.com/en-gb/?redirect=true
Update 16.03.20
- Visitors on site will be limited
- Families are asked to contact the school via phone or email whenever possible (rather than popping in)
- Playgroup is cancelled until further notice
- Families will not be able to attend Celebration Assemblies - we will take photos of your child if they get an award and share it will you.
Useful websites:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
http://www.healthymindscalderdale.co.uk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9VjeIWLnEg