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Four ‘year bubbles’ closed at another Preston school due to Covid-19

Posted on - 23rd September, 2020 - 8:53am | Author - | Posted in - Health, Plungington, Preston News, Schools, University campus
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School near UCLan Pic: Google
English Martyrs’ Catholic Primary School near UCLan Pic: Google

English Martyrs’ Catholic Primary in Sizer Street is the latest school to be partially closed due to positive Covid-19 tests.

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In a letter to parents and caregivers, headteacher Annalisa Howarth said: “Despite our rigorous, stringent and strict measures in place, we have unfortunately had two confirmedĀ cases of Covid-19 within school (in separate Bubbles).

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“As a result, on Friday I had to ‘close’ the Year 2 Bubble until Monday 28 September 2020.

“Today I have had to close the Reception, Year 5 and the Year 6 Bubbles. All until Wednesday 30 September 2020.”

ReadĀ more: The other Preston schools with positive cases

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All children and staff identified as a close contact have been notified and are self-isolating.

The Reception,Ā Year 2, Year 5 and Year 6 classrooms haveĀ been quarantined for 72 hours, when a deep-clean of the rooms and equipment will take place.Ā 




The school says it is in close liaison with Public Health England, the Department for Education, NHS and Lancashire County Council.

ReadĀ more:Ā See the latest Preston news and headlines

What do you think of English Martyrs having to partially close? Are you a parent or caregiver who is affected by this news? Let us know in the comments.

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