COVID-19 Update

Much of the focus on the coronavirus has been in Sydney with a large Australian-Chinese population, and international travellers.  Parents may be aware of one Sydney school closed last week due to the concerns.

Consistent with current guidelines, students who are unwell with respiratory illness should remain at home until symptoms resolve.  In accordance with the NSW Department of Education’s current practice, if any student becomes unwell, the school will implement infection control guidelines and follow the advice provided by the NSW Ministry of Health as appropriate.

Maintaining good hygiene standards is an important way to reduce the risk of acquiring and spreading respiratory infections.  Parents and caregivers are asked to promote good hygiene, including handwashing with soap as handwashing is the single most effective way to reduce the spread of germs that cause respiratory disease.