Joe McDonnell, Director of Public Health and David Kilgallon, Director of Learning and Systems Leadership have sent guidance out to headteachers, early years settings and college principals regarding the latest advice on Covid-19. 

The letter addresses the following updates: 

• face coverings
• other control measures
• preparedness for cases of the Omicron Variant 
• support for primary school age children and early years
• testing on return to school
• overseas travel 
• revised risk assessment template

Download letter to education professionals

Download risk assessment template

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