Coronavirus: Two cases for Downham Market reception class

Two coronavirus cases have been confirmed in a West Norfolk reception class with remote learning activities being supplied to those isolating as a result.

Nelson Academy principal Sarah Wilson said the reception bubble will be staying at home until Thursday, December 3.

The Downham school took this decision after consultation with the Department for Education Covid Helpline.

Mrs Wilson said: "Teaching staff have been providing all children with online lessons and remote learning activities as well as undertaking wellbeing checks. Where required, we have also been working with the Department for Education to provide laptops to those children who are eligible."

Both classrooms affected have been deep cleaned and Mrs Wilson emphasised the school has a thorough Covid risk assessment in place.

She added: "We have had no additional positive cases reported during this period and we look forward to welcoming all children back into school next week."