We are delighted to welcome our pupils back to school and hope that all families enjoyed a great summer.
We remind families that we must remain careful about Covid and would ask that all parents read the information at the attached link below and refresh with their children.
Advice for parents regarding return to school September 2021
School drop off and collection times remain the same:
Arrival: Bus children 8.50
All other children 9-9.10.
Departure: Bus children 2.30
All other children 2.40
Please ensure that you stick to your designated time to ensure safety. Please socially distance, wear a mask and do not stay at gate once you have collected your child.
JUNIOR INFANTS – Tuesday at 10 am.
Parents are invited to come into the yard with their child and stay socially distanced from other families. There you will meet Ms. Russell and Ms. Morris and will have the opportunity to take photos with your child. We will then bring the children into their classroom. Unfortunately, we cannot invite you in but will take photos for you. Don’t worry, they will be in good hands!
Junior infants will remain in school for this week until 12 noon.
Next week, weeks beginning 06 September and 13th September, junior infants will attend from 9-12 daily.
School bus
If your child travels by bus, please have a chat with them to remind them to remain in their designated seat, wearing their seatbelt. If you have any concerns, please link in with the transport provider.
Communication with teachers will continue via Dojo. Dojo will be checked just before and just after school and occasionally throughout the day. Unfortunately, we cannot host face to face meetings in school. The school telephone is 0402 37596 if you need to get in contact.
Dealing with a suspected case
Please follow the guidelines (below) about sending your child to school with symptoms. If your child develops symptoms in school, it is essential that they are collected straightaway. Please ensure that you have two up to date contact numbers registered with us. In the meantime, your child will be brought to an isolation area until they are collected. Weather permitting, this will be outdoors.
Symptoms:
If your child has any of the following symptoms of Covid-19, do not send them to school and
contact your GP:
> A temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or more
> Any other common symptoms of Covid-19 – a new cough, loss or changed sense of taste or smell,
shortness of breath or an existing breathing condition that has become worse
> Been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid-19
> Been living with someone who is unwell and may have Covid-19
> Other uncommon symptoms of Covid-19, such as sore throat,
headaches or diarrhoea
A Parents Guide to Close Contacts in School
On 31st August, please ensure that you have signed this form. It may be returned as a hard copy, or electronically via Dojo or email to school secretary.
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If your child has been absent from school, please sign and return the following. It may be sent via email or via dojo either
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It is essential that we do not become complacent. We look forward to working together to keep our school and its community safe.