Wakefield primary school sends 35 students home after confirmed case of Covid-19

In a letter to parents on Monday, Flanshaw Junior, Infant and Nursery School said they had been made aware of a confirmed case in the school.

It is understood that 35 pupils, including all of the Trent bubble and 10 children from the Wye bubble, have now been asked to self-isolate for 14 days.

Writing to parents, headteacher Caroline Butterworth: "We have been advised by Public Health England that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within the school.

"We know that you may find this concerning but we are continuing to monitor the situation and are working closely with Public Health England. This letter is to inform you of the current situation and provide advice on how to support your child. Please be reassured that for most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness.

"The small number of children who have been in close contact with the individual who has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) have received a letter informing them that their child must stay at home for 14 days.

"The school remains open and your child should continue to attend as normal if they remain well."

It is estimated that hundreds of students in the Wakefield district are currently self-isolating, after confirmed outbreaks at a number of schools.