Circular: 1/2020

Re: School reopening

Dear Parents/Guardians                                                       28 MAY 2020

We trust you are well and safe during this trying and testing period.  Our learners have been constantly in our thoughts and prayers.  We take this opportunity to thank our educators for working tirelessly behind the scenes and for keeping our learners academically motivated. To all the parents who monitored and supervised your children’s work, your efforts and dedication are much appreciated.

On the 30^th April, the Minister of Education announced that Grades 7 and 12 learners would return to school on 1 June 2020. We are in constant contact with the WCED and have received guidance from our Circuit Manager regarding the safe reopening of our school.

We understand many parents have concerns but we wish to reassure you that at York Road Primary we have been preparing the school for your child’s return. The premises including all classrooms have been sanitized and deep cleaned twice. The school has received the necessary PPE’s which includes face masks and sanitizing materials. However, it would be appreciated if parents could supply additional cloth masks as all children are required to wear their own face mask upon arrival at school. Learners are also advised to bring hand sanitizer, anti-bacterial wet wipes, liquid soap and a toilet roll for personal use. These items should be labelled and kept in a sealed covid pack and it remains in their possession at all times. They are also encouraged to have their own stationery and textbooks as no sharing of any items will be allowed.

SAFETY OF LEARNERS

To ensure the safety of all learners the following precautions have been put in place:

• access control protocols
• screening processes
• social distancing markers
• limited class sizes
• supervised intervals to ensure social distancing
• staggered dismissal

ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL

Upon arrival at school, should your child not meet the screening criteria which includes

• a temperature exceeding 37.5 degrees Celsius
• display cough, shortness of breath or sore throat
• have been in contact with a COVID positive person

You will be contacted and your child will be sent home immediately. Parents are advised to seek medical attention and to keep the school informed as to the outcome.

CO-MORBIDITIES

Should your child have a co-morbidity please refer to Annexure I(A) for clarity. Complete Annexure I(C) as soon as possible and email the completed Annexure I(C) and the Medical Certificate to the email address listed below.

Google Classroom will be used as a support for our learners during this period. Please refer to the school’s website for updates.

SCHOOL TIMES

Commencement of Term 2 for Grade 7’s ONLY

Pre-screening must be done by parents, at home, to avoid your child being turned away at the gate.

If your child is ill, PLEASE keep them at home.

ACCESS CONTROL

• ONLY the school gates at the “Drop & Go” Area will be opened for learners.
• Entrance and exit for learners will ONLY be via these gates.
• Access commences from 07h30.
• Screening will be done before learners are escorted to their lines.

In compliance with Covid 19 regulations, parents will not be allowed onto the school premises but are able to contact the school via:

• website: www.yorkroadprimary.co.za
• email: info@yorkroadprimary.co.za
• no: 021 704 1705

SCHOOL FEES

We appeal to parents to pay School Fees as the funds are required to create a clean and safe environment as well as to provide quality education.

Please deposit school fees directly into the School’s Bank Account.

Please send proof of payment to the Bursar by email: bursar@yorkroadprimary.co.za

 It is the intention of all teaching staff to always do our best for your child especially as we proceed with the 2020 academic program.

We look forward to your continued support and co-operation as we navigate these uncertain times.

Yours in Education

HEADMASTER Mr CC Isaacs