Return to school-Frequently asked questions.

Dear Parents/carers,

I hope you are all safe and well and have enjoyed the summer break. The return to school is getting closer and we can’t wait to have all of our children back in school.  I am sure you and your child have mixed emotions about the return to school but I would like to reassure you that we have put a number of protective measures in place to reduce the risk of transmission and keep everybody safe. The ‘Parents return to school guide’, which was sent out before the summer holidays, should hopefully have answered some of your questions. But here are some of the most frequently asked questions. We will keep adding to these questions. 

If you have any further questions or concerns then please do not hesitate to contact school.

We look forward to seeing you all next week.

Regards,

Mrs Hughes

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child have to return to school?
Yes. The Government has made it clear that all children are expected to return to school on Thursday 3^rd September.

Will my child be expected to wear school uniform?
Yes, your child will be expected to wear their school uniform.

Will parents be allowed onto the school site?
For the time being we are limiting the number of people who have access to the school grounds, so parents are asked to drop children off at the designated drop off and pick up points. If you need to speak to somebody in school, then please contact school on 0161 223 0370.

What if my child is late?
If your child is  late they need to be brought to the main entrance. Social distancing measures are in place in the main entrance, no more than 2 people can be in the area at any one time.

What time should my child come to school?
There will be staggered start and finish times. Please see the table below

Where should I drop off and pick up my child from?
To reduce the number of people at each gate, different yeargroups will use different entry points. Parents are asked not to congregate at the gates and to wait on the social distancing markers on the pavement.

Will my child need to wear a mask in school?
The latest scientific evidence says that children in Primary schools do not need to wear a mask in school.

What will my child need?

• Your child will need to bring their PE kit in a small drawstring bag which can be stored in the lockers provided. We do not have any space to store fashion bags and large rucksacks.
• A coat which will also be stored in the lockers provided.

Will my child be given a home reading book?
Yes. All children will be given a book to read at home.

Can my child bring a pencil case into school?
No. School will provide all children with a pack containing all the stationary they need.

What if my child brings a packed lunch?
Packed lunches should be brought in a disposable bag.

What if my child is ill?
If your child is ill then please contact school as outlined in our attendance procedures.

What will happen if there is an outbreak of coronavirus in school?
If there is an outbreak of coronavirus in school, we will contact Public Health England who will advise us on what action we need to take.

Will my child be able to mix with children from different classes?
No.  Children in Y1 to Y6 will remain in their class bubble throughout the day. Children in Nursery and Reception will work in yeargroup bubbles.

What will the classrooms look like?
We have done everything we can to make school the vibrant and exciting place it normal is but it will be different. Classrooms have been arranged to support social distancing and children will sit side by side  at forward facing desks.

What will my child be learning?
The curriculum will be different to take account of the 6 months the children haven’t been in school. We will identify gaps in core learning and address these, as well as providing intervention for those pupils who need help to ‘catch up’.

My child is worried about coming back to school?
Six months is a long time to be out of school, so children will be given support to help them adjust back into school life. They will be given lots of opportunities to talk about their feelings, their worries and what has happened. They will also be given opportunities to ask questions.   

What should I do if I have just returned from a holiday overseas?
Families should check on the Government website to see if they require a period of quarantine after returning from a trip overseas. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-corridors#updates-to-the-travel-corridor-list

Will school test to see if my child has coronavirus?
No. Any child who presents with symptoms of coronavirus will be asked to take their child for a test. Tests will only be carried out my healthcare professionals.

My child is ill will they be detained by school?
No. School will not detain your child. If your child is ill then we will  contact you in the normal way and ask you to pick them up from school.