As you are well aware we have tried to be as upfront and honest as possible regarding our PROPOSED REOPENING (Thursday 4th June/Friday 5th June) - this is for RECEPTION and YEAR 6. 

It has to be deliberately staggered, cautious, slow and steady because the virus is still at a crucial stage as the Government start introducing some 'easing of lockdown measures'.

WE MUST ALL STAY ALERT HOWEVER:

Stay alert! IT'S VERY IMPORTANT WE ALL DO THIS!

We can all help control the virus if we all stay alert. This means you must:stay at home as much as possible

• work from home if you can
• limit contact with other people
• keep your distance if you go out (2 metres apart where possible)
• wash your hands regularly

Do not leave home if you or anyone in your household has symptoms.

We need to know your intentions parents - please contact school to inform us. You can email enquiry@st-bernards.bham.sch.uk or office@st-bernards.bham.sch.uk

YOU CAN ALSO PHONE SCHOOL AND SPEAK TO THE MAIN SCHOOL OFFICE ON MONDAY 1ST JUNE - DEADLINE FOR LETTING US KNOW IS 1PM (MONDAY 1ST JUNE). This will assist us in our social distancing/bubbles risk assessments.

TO DATE, THE MAJORITY OF PARENTS ARE KEEPING THEIR CHILDREN OFF/AWAY FROM SCHOOL DUE TO ONGOING CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS - we fully respect your decision, opinions and will support you accordingly. 

You have a lot to discuss and think about as a family unit: the 'R' factor, regional statistics, BAME statistics, family circumstances, Government advice, scientific advice, financial situation, safety implications - I cannot decide for you unfortunately but St. Bernard's will do its very best to make things as safe as possible but we cannot guarantee a 'no zero risk environment' - IT IS YOUR CHOICE!

Again, if you are a parent of a child in RECEPTION or YEAR 6, please let us know of your intentions.

God bless to you all.