What Northampton schools and colleges have said about coronavirus and how they are dealing with the outbreak

A number of education providers have released information about what measures they are implementing to deal with the pandemic.

Schools and colleges across the county are having to closely monitor Government advice as many people call for temporary closures.

United Learning

A spokeswoman for the academy said: “As with all our schools, Northampton Academy is following the advice of the government and of Public Health England regarding COVID-19.”

Greenwood Academies Trust

The trust, which includes Weston Favell Academy, Kingswood Primary and Secondary schools and Woodvale Primary School, posted an update on the virus on its website.

The message says: “Greenwood Academies Trust is monitoring daily updates and advice from the UK Government in regards to the Coronavirus. We are keeping our Principals updated with the Government’s latest recommended measures to keep pupils and staff safe.

“Although the risk to individuals remains low, and we have not had any issues within our Academies, as always the active involvement of the whole Academy community in maintaining good hygiene practices will be vital in minimising the chances of any viruses spreading.

“Our Principals will keep pupils, parents and staff advised of any necessary arrangements as soon as practicable in relation to daily Academy activity and any visits overseas. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and issue any updated Government guidance to Principals.”

Kingsthorpe College

Similarly, Kingsthorpe College posted an update from the headteacher on its website.

The message says: “Kingsthorpe College is monitoring daily updates and advice from the UK Government in regards to Coronavirus. Advice has also been taken directly from Public Health England.

“I have been told today that there are no health reasons why a school should close unless we are told otherwise by Public Health England.

“We are doing everything we can to ensure the wellbeing and health of all of our students and staff, and we are following the guidance from the government which can be found on GOV.UK.

“This is a key time in the academic calendar, particularly for Year 11 and Year 13 students, and we are offering a range of supportive mechanisms to ensure all students achieve their potential. Students should therefore ensure they are in school to make the most of these.”