A CO Derry primary school class will have to self-isolate for a period of 14 days after a case of Covid-19 was confirmed after just one day of schooling.
Holy Family Primary School in Magherafelt sent a letter to parents on Monday announcing that a Primary 3 pupil had tested positive.
Principal Peter Donnelly said in the letter he had sought the most up-to-date advice from the Public Health Agency and had therefore told the pupils in the class they must self-isolate before returning to school on September 10.
“This classroom will now remain closed and EA will arrange for enhanced cleaning of the classroom soon,” said Mr Donnelly.
Other classes in the school were in attendance on Tuesday and it’s expected school life will go ahead as planned.
“This does underline the need to be patient and follow all guidance and regulations which are in place to try and ensure everyone’s safety,” said Mr Donnelly.
The safety of pupils is the school’s priority, he added, saying the situation would continue to be monitored.
Parents with concerns were invited to contact the school.
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