Milton Keynes private school students forced to self-isolate

Thornton College, an independent day and boarding school for girls, in College Lane, said the student tested positive on Tuesday (October 13).

The school said a number of students are now self-isolating for 14 days after coming into close-contact with the infected person.

Head teacher Val Holmes said, “I can confirm we have one child who tested Covid-positive today. This student along with a group of her peers have been asked to self-isolate at home. We will provide a full online curriculum for these students at home.

"At Thornton we are a supportive community and we wish the student concerned a speedy recovery."

The school said it is following all of Public Health England's guidelines.

According to the school's website,there are just over 400 children in the pre-prep, prep, senior and Sixth Form departments.