Since March 2022 when the final Covid restrictions were lifted the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) has advised that COVID-19 should be managed like other respiratory infections, such as flu.

COVID-19 presents a low risk to children and young people. This, combined with high vaccination rates in the population, means there are no longer specific rules relating to COVID-19 in schools, colleges, childcare and other education settings.

Here’s what you need to know.

What happens if  my child tests positive for COVID-19?

For children and young people aged 18 and under who test positive for COVID-19, the advice is to try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people for three days.

This is because children and young people tend to be infectious to other people for less time than adults.

We hope this update information is useful to you. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact the school office on 02392 582404 or email adminoffice@st-johns-gosport.hants.sch.uk