The Year 7 pupils have been identified as
contacts of a confirmed Covid-19 case at the school and have been asked to
remain at home in order to reduce the possible spread of the virus to family,
friends and the wider community.
An enhanced clean has been carried out on areas
of the school used by the class.
Head Teacher, Mr Iwan Pritchard, said:
"Following the confirmation that a pupil at the school has tested positive
for Covid-19 we acted as quickly as possible, in conjunction with Public Health
Wales to contact all pupils within the pupil's class bubble. As a precaution,
additional cleaning, on top of the daily cleansing regime we have in place, has
also been completed.
"Due to the procedures we have in place,
restricting contact between different classes and logging seating plans of all
lessons, we have been able to limit the numbers of pupils needing to
self-isolate and there is no need for parents or pupils that have not been
contacted, to self-isolate or be unduly concerned."
"Having kept to the 2 metre social
distancing rule, or worn a face covering if this hasn't been possible, no
school staff need to self-isolate."
"Staff at the school will continue to be
vigilant of any pupils displaying symptoms and take appropriate action if they
suspect a pupil could potentially have Covid-19."
The parents of all pupils identified as
contacts were contacted by letter and text message on Sunday evening.
Cabinet Member for Education, Cllr Sarah Merry
said: "The safety of pupils in our schools is of the upmost importance and
procedures are in place to ensure they are as protected as possible, but this
is a clear reminder that Covid-19 hasn't gone away and I would urge all parents
to remain alert and ensure that their children do not attend school if they
develop symptoms."