Blessed Trinity RC College, Burnley, Lancashire.

Letter from The Headteacher

14 May 2021

Dear Parent

Further to my earlier letter I am writing to you to advise that following updated guidance from Lancashire Council, pupils and staff should continue to wear face coverings in classrooms and communal areas such as corridors despite restrictions relaxing nationally next week.

Please see below the statement from Lancashire Council:

“As you will be aware, we are concerned locally about the spread across the region of the variant of global concern that was first detected in India. This step would be a prudent one that will help reduce outbreaks in schools and colleges, and help ensure you can stay open.

I am therefore recommending that you continue to follow the current guidance on face coverings until 21 June, the next landmark in the government's "roadmap". The guidance will be reviewed ahead of this date.

Continuing to use face coverings in schools and colleges along with maintaining hand washing, social distancing, fresh air and regular testing will help to control the spread of the variant.

My counterpart in Blackburn with Darwen is of the same view as me and will be providing the same advice to head teachers in his area.

I understand that this is a tough recommendation to make, but taking this step will help reduce outbreaks. This is vital so we can build on the good work to keep levels of infection, hospital admissions and the numbers of people becoming seriously ill low.

We want to do all we can to keep our schools and colleges open. The classroom is the best place for young people to learn. Wearing face coverings for just a few weeks longer until we control the situation is an effective way of helping us to do this.

Of course, ultimately the decision on whether or not to follow this guidance is one for you as a head teacher.

Finally, can I once again thank you for your support throughout the pandemic. Schools and colleges have been on the front line throughout the Covid crisis and your leadership, dedication and hard work has been vital to help get us through.”

Thank you for your continued support.

Yours sincerely

Richard Varey
Headteacher

Summer School for Year 6 Pupils

We are happy to announce that the Summer School for our Year 6 pupils will commence from 23rd August until 27th August and we would love your child to attend! This will give them a chance to meet their forms with a full week of different activities! There will be welcome packs provided and a chance to win some vouchers.

Please follow the link and complete the form if you would like your child to attend: https://tinyurl.com/e3v4zvt5

Thank you for your support.

Miss Murray

(Year 7 Progress Leader)

Year 11 Leavers Date

Information regarding the Year 11 Leaving Date

Year 11 Grades 2021

Please find attached the latest information for students, parents and guardians issued by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and Ofqual concerning GCSE grades in Summer 2021.

If you have any queries about this information then please contact Miss Stevens (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) in the first instance.

JCQ Guidance for Students and Parents

Ofqual Student Guide to Awarding in Summer of 2021

COVID 19 SCHOOL OPENING RISK ASSESSMENT

COVID19 School Opening Risk Assessment March 2021 (PDF)

COVID 19 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION INFORMATION

Please see updated our guidance from the Department of Education on what parents need to know about early years providers, schools and colleges during COVID-19.

Other Information

A Guide to Regular Testing for Parents With Children at School

COVID-19 Self Test Instructions Lateral Flow Device COVID Self Test

Feeling Anxious About The Return To School

Helplines and Sources of Support

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