When should my child return to school?

The HSE has issued this chart below to help you with caring for your child in the event of common illnesses and when they can return to school.

 

HSE ILLNESS GUIDANCE
If your child has a new cough, loss of taste or smell, is a close contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus or is living with someone who is unwell and may have coronavirus, or has a temperature of 38°C or above please keep them at home:
If your child has symptoms of Covid-19, please phone your GP and also let the school know. We are attaching in this email guidance from the HSE for your reference.
If your child is not coming to school, for any reason, please text your bus escort as soon as possible, and email the school.