In the event of school being closed or self isolation
Remote Learning Plan
The information contained within this plan is intended to provide clarity and transparency to pupils and parents or carers about what to expect from remote education where national or local restrictions require entire cohorts (or bubbles) to remain at home.
Remote Learning Action Plan
This action plan has been taken from the DFE Remote Learning Guidance Template.
We have written an action plan to ensure we are delivering what our children deserve.
Access the Remote Learning Action Plan here
Contingency & Outbreak Plan
This document outlines what school would do if children, pupils, students or staff test positive for COVID-19, and how school would operate if we were advised to take extra measures to help break chains of transmission.
Given the detrimental impact that restrictions on education can have on children and young people, any measures in school will only ever be considered as a last resort and for the shortest amount of time possible.
Any additional action will be taken on the recommendations of Public Health Warrington and will be consistent with actions described for managing local outbreaks of Coronavirus in the Warrington Outbreak Plan.
COVID-19 Catch Up Funding
In June, a £1 billion fund for education was announced by the government. Further guidance has now been released (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-catch-up-premium) showing that the money is split between a catch-up premium and a national tutoring scheme.
The catch-up premium is funded on a per pupil basis at £80 per pupil. This will be based on the previous year’s census. The spending of this money will be down to schools to allocate as they see best. To support schools to make the best use of this funding, the Education Endowment Foundation has published a support guide for schools with evidence-based approaches to catch up for all students.
Please see the links below for advice on what to do if your child is unwell.
If your child has: a high temperature, a new, continuous cough or a loss of, or change in smell or taste; this could be a sign of Coronavirus. If your child has: a runny nose, is sneezing or feeling unwell. But does not have a high temperature, a new, continuous cough or a loss of, or change in smell or taste; these are not normally symptoms of Coronavirus. Seek advice from a pharmacy, dial 111 or see your GP.
Information
As the COVID 19 pandemic continues to dominate our lives we are doing all we can to ensure that your children receive the best education possible. Whilst the Government have stressed their intention to keep schools open we must also ensure that we focus on the safety and wellbeing of our whole community.
If your child is asked to isolate they must follow Government guidelines and remain at home (unless absolutely unable to do so) and not socialise with anyone outside their immediate family bubble for the length of their isolation time - usually 14 days from the last opportunity for infection. In the event of this happening school will notify you of the earliest date that your child can return to school. For further advice please see the Government website here: How to self isolate: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/self-isolation-and-treatment/when-to-self-isolate-and-what-to-do/
In the event of your child being asked to isolate school will provide paper packs of work with tasks for every lesson following our daily school timetable. Your child is expected to undertake these tasks as if they were in school. The packs will be collected when the children return to school and will be assessed by the teachers and feedback given. Class Dojo will be the main point of contact between you and the teacher. Daily bulletins, tasks, instructions and help will be sent via this app. If your child is struggling with anything – don’t panic! Contact the teacher via Dojo and help and advice will be offered.
Your child will have been given their username and passwords for all the sites that they will need to access.
We are in the process of adopting a remote learning platform which will supplement Dojo in the coming weeks to provide more online and remote learning.
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU KEEP CHECKING DOJO, SCHOOL PING AND YOUR EMAILS SO THAT YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN ARE AWARE OF THE CURRENT SITUATION.
Please remember that your child's happiness and wellbeing are just as important as their education during these difficult times. Try to use the time when your children are unable to socialise with their friends by spending time with them outdoors, playing games, baking or doing craft activities.
Here are some websites to help you and your children overcome any fears or anxieties that you may have during these uncertain times:
School anxiety – young person’s guide –
School anxiety – parent’s guide –
Back to school booklet for primary children -
Anna Freud Rebuild and Recover Resources:
https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/resources/?Audience=Children
If any member of your family is displaying symptoms of COVID you can book a test here:
NHS Test Request: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/get-a-test-to-check-if-you-have-coronavirus/ You should only book a test if you are showing sypmtoms.
Here are some useful websites if your child is looking for more learning opportunities or if they are struggling with anything - but please remember to contact the teacher for help and guidance too!
BBC Bitesize
The BBC has launched an education package across TV and online, featuring celebrities and teachers, helping to keep children learning at home and supporting parents.
BBC Bitesize can be accessed here:
Oak National Academy
Oak National Academy has launched it's online classroom and resource hub. The Academy offers 180 video lessons each week for schools to use, across a broad range of subjects. The lessons cover children in Reception through to Year 10 and are free to use by both teachers and young people. Occasionally we will use this site as part of the lessons detailed in your paper packs.
The Oak National Academy can be accessed here:
David Walliams
https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
David Walliams will read a story every day at 11am. Listen live or catch up on your favourite books.
NumBots
https://play.numbots.com/
EYFS and Y1 children should aim to complete as many sessions as they can.
Family Maths Toolkit
http://www.familymathstoolkit.org.uk/activities-for-children
Advice and activities on how to help your child with maths at home. Some lovely activities which mean the children might not even realise they are practising their maths skills!
White Rose Maths
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/
This follows the same schemes of work that the children would be doing at school. You might find some of the videos and resources helpful to supplement the lessons provided in the paper packs.
Classroom Secrets
https://classroomsecrets.co.uk/free-home-learning-packs/
The children are familiar with Classroom Secrets as they use it regularly in their maths lessons. Here is a selection of activities covering a range of subjects.
Remember - reading with your child is one of the most important things that you can do. Please read their school reading books and, if you complete these, any other books that you have at home. Bug Club online will have access to lots and lots of books that can be read independently.
Bug Club - Click on the bug!
Maths Whizz (KS2) - click here
There are also lots of good educational games to play on TopMarks. Simply click on the logo below.