Milton Keynes school refuses to comment after reports of Covid-19 infection

By Logan MacLeod
Published 21st Sep 2020, 13:45 BST
Updated 21st Sep 2020, 13:48 BST
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The headteacher of a school in Milton Keynes has declined to answer questions over whether there has been any confirmed cases of Covid-19 despite reports.

Loughton Manor First School headteacher, Daniela Thompson, made 'no comment' after being asked if there has been a confirmed case related to the school.

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According to another local media outlet, the school sent a letter out to parents on Thursday (September 17) saying Public Health England confirmed the case.

The letter reportedly goes on to say '[the] only contact with the child was during a pre-admissions visit, with two members of staff'.

Loughton Manor First School. Photo: Google MapsLoughton Manor First School. Photo: Google Maps
Loughton Manor First School. Photo: Google Maps

According to the media outlet, the affected staff members were sent home and are now self-isolating, while the school remains open.

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Read more: {https://www.miltonkeynes.co.uk/education/three-more-year-groups-close-milton-keynes-school-hit-covid-19-outbreak-2978144|Three more year groups close at Milton Keynes school hit by Covid-19 outbreak

Related topics:Milton KeynesCovid-19Public Health England

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