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Over 150 Students In Three More Isle of Wight Schools Self Isolating

Over 150 students from three more Island schools are now self-isolating following positive coronavirus tests being identified within their communities.

Haylands Primary School in Ryde alerted parents to a positive test within the school yesterday evening (Sunday). 

Children within the Year 2 bubble are now under instructions to self-isolate for a period of 10 days - with 68 pupils and 8 staff affected.

An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson said:

“A member of the Haylands Primary School, Ryde, community has tested positive for Covid-19. Families and staff have all been informed.

"After seeking public health advice a Year 2 bubble of 68 children and eight staff now need to remain at home and self-isolate as a precautionary measure. A high-quality remote learning will be provided for the students throughout this time.

"The school remains open for all other staff and students.”

Barton Primary School in Newport has also declared a positive test, with its year three bubble affected.

An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson said:

“A member of the Barton Primary School community in Newport has tested positive for Covid-19. Families and staff have all been informed. After seeking public health advice a Year 3 bubble of 27 children and three staff now need to remain at home and self-isolate as a precautionary measure.”

The Bay CE School in Sandown is the third school to announce a positive test.

An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson said:

“A member of The Bay CE School community in Sandown has tested positive for Covid-19. Families and staff have all been informed. After seeking public health advice a Year 9 bubble of 57 children now need to remain at home and self-isolate as a precautionary measure.”

It comes as HTP Apprenticeship has also identified a positive coronavirus test within its community, as previously reported by Isle of Wight Radio

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