DfE Advice About Coronavirus
The Department for Education send regular updates into schools and educational settings relating to the most recent information relating to coronavirus. There is no need to panic as the risk is still low.
On the 2nd March 2020, the Department for Education launched a new helpline to answer questions about COVID-19 related to education. Staff, parents and young people can contact the helpline as follows:
Phone: 0800 046 8687
Email: DfE.coronavirushelpline@education.gov.uk
Opening hours: 8am to 6pm (Monday to Friday)
How to wash your hands properly
Wash your hands more often for 20 seconds with soap and hot water. Watch this short NHS film for guidance. (Updated 11th March 2020)