St Andrew's CE Primary School
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Keeping Children Safe Facebook TwitterCOVID 19
We've set up this page to share the most up to date government advice on Covid-19.
We'll do our best to keep it up to date, but bear in mind that as the official advice is changing so quickly we may get a little behind! For that reason, if there is any conflict between the advice on this page and the advice on official government channels, the advice on government channels should be taken as the official guidance.
EXTRA SUPPORT
If parents or carers have any concerns about children’s mental health over the summer break, they should seek support.
You can find a list of support available in your area via the YouthWellbeing Directory.
You could also contact:
SHOUT - text ‘Shout’ to 85258 for 24/7 crisis text support
Childline - under 19 s can call 0800 1111 for free support
YoungMinds Parents Helpline - Call 0808 802 5544 for free Mon-Fri from 9.30am to 4pm
SAFEGUARDING
If you have concerns about a child or young person's physical safety or welfare contact;
Dorset Safeguarding CHAD team direct on 01305 228866
Our Covid-19 absence guidance
September Wider Opening
Resources to help your child's return to school
Update to our Behaviour Policy during Covid-19
WEYMOUTH BAY HUB childcare letter 22nd March
What we know at present
COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus.
The most important source of up to date information should be the NHS Coronavirus website.
For child-friendly information the best site is likely to be CBBC's Coronavirus coverage.
Stay at home if you have coronavirus symptoms
Stay at home if you have either:
- a high temperature – you feel hot to touch on your chest or back
- a new, continuous cough – this means you've started coughing repeatedly
Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital.
You do not need to contact 111 to tell them you're staying at home.
Testing for coronavirus is not needed if you're staying at home.
How long to stay at home
- if you have symptoms, stay at home for 7 days
- if you live with other people, they should stay at home for 14 days from the day the first person got symptoms
If you live with someone who is 70 or over, has a long-term condition, is pregnant or has a weakened immune system, try to find somewhere else for them to stay for 14 days.
If you have to stay at home together, try to keep away from each other as much as possible.
Read NHS advice about staying at home.
Urgent advice: Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:
- you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- your condition gets worse
- your symptoms do not get better after 7 days
Use the 111 coronavirus service
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
How to avoid catching or spreading coronavirus
Do
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wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds
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always wash your hands when you get home or into work
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use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
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cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze
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put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards
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try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell
Don't
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do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean
NHS Hand Washing Song
Useful documents
Resources for ASD/anxious children
https://usevisualstrategies.com/autism-coronavirus-helping-students-understand/
Boredom busting activities for those in self-isolation
