Siblings test positive for Covid-19 at school near Milton Keynes

A school near Milton Keynes has confirmed that two students have tested positive for Covid-19.
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The Elizabeth Woodville School, in Deanshanger, sent out a warning letter to parents on Friday (October 9) saying the two students based at the school's south site, who are siblings, have tested positive for the virus.

A number of students, it is unknown how many, have been forced to self-isolate for 14 days after coming into contact with the infected Year 7 pupil and Year 10 pupil.

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The letter, signed by head teacher Sharan Matharu, reads: "As a school we have taken all the necessary steps to minimise the spread of the coronavirus and we are continuing to take advice and guidance from Public Health England."

Elizabeth Woodville School in Deanshanger. Photo: Google MapsElizabeth Woodville School in Deanshanger. Photo: Google Maps
Elizabeth Woodville School in Deanshanger. Photo: Google Maps

The school said it remains open and all students who are well and symptom-free have been told to continue to attend as normal.

If your child's school has had a confirmed case of coronavirus feel free to email [email protected] - we will publish the details, while you can remain anonymous.