This web page has information regarding the current Coronavirus pandemic and links to useful websites.
For our latest on COVID, please see our COVID-19 News.
What to Do if You or Your Child Have Covid-19 Symptoms
Please refer to NHS guidance and book a PCR test. Lateral flow tests (Home tests) are for regular testing when you DO NOT have symptoms. For guidance on testing in primary school children please refer to the ‘What Parents and Carers need to know’ link below.
Guidance has changed regarding when to self isolate. Please refer to NHS.UK Covid-19 webpages for more information.
Government Support or Guidance
Please note that help during the pandemic is available through our district council, Vale of the White Horse, at the website.
Home Learning Resources
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List of Online Educational Resources for Home Education
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Government advice on helping primary school children continue their education at home
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The Oak National Academy
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Amazon Audible: (https://stories.audible.com/start-listen)
Online Resources for Supporting Children’s Well-Being
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Partnership for children – list of resources to support children’s wellbeing during lockdown
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Anna Freud – National Centre for Children and Families – list of self-care activities for young people
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Young Minds – advice on starting a conversation with your child about how they are feeling
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ELSA – Emotional Literacy Support Assistant – online mental health resources
Online Safety Links
There is a lot of support available to keep your child safe online. Below are some useful links to help parents and carers:
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ThinkUKnow (advice from the National Crime Agency to stay safe online)
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Internet Matters (support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online)
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Parent info (support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online)
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LGfL (support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online)
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Net-Aware (support for parents and careers from the NSPCC)
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Letter from Thames Valley Police regarding Sexting
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Video chatting: a guide for parents and carers of primary school-age children
Online Safety at Home Newsletters
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Sharing Pictures and Watching Videos
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Sharing Personal Information
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Online Gaming and Online Friendships
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Chatting, Making Friends and Being Kind
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Watching Videos and Online Gaming
Talking About Coronavirus
