Covid 19 inconsistencies

[eggsarascal]

39 minutes ago, kevinjohnsonmbe said:

‘Kin ‘ell mate, been holding my breath for an hour, not sure how much longer I can hold out....

One of life's tw*ts, got his new £220k Morello Place (motorhome) and doesn't give a flying if people are struggling due to Covid-19. If we did what the government told us to do we wouldn't be in this mess brigade.

[Rob D]

I've just had a letter from the school saying if anyone in the class tests positive - the rest of the class have to self isolate for 2 weeks - but what if both parents work?! Lots of nice words [below] that say nothing - everyone uses political talk now to sound good - I'm surprised the word 'robust' has not been used - that has got to be the word of the year!

 

'This is an eventuality that we have been planning for, for several weeks and has become a
routine feature of the lives of many schools nationally. We are committed to supporting the
well being and anonymity of children and families concerned, and the welfare and education of
all. We are also mindful of the extra burdens and challenges this situation places on you as
families, and on our staff. I am grateful for your patience and support in these circumstances.'

[kevinjohnsonmbe]

50 minutes ago, Rob D said:

I've just had a letter from the school saying if anyone in the class tests positive - the rest of the class have to self isolate for 2 weeks - but what if both parents work?! Lots of nice words [below] that say nothing - everyone uses political talk now to sound good - I'm surprised the word 'robust' has not been used - that has got to be the word of the year!

 

'This is an eventuality that we have been planning for, for several weeks and has become a
routine feature of the lives of many schools nationally. We are committed to supporting the
well being and anonymity of children and families concerned, and the welfare and education of
all. We are also mindful of the extra burdens and challenges this situation places on you as
families, and on our staff. I am grateful for your patience and support in these circumstances.'

It’s a classic, perhaps well intentioned but blatantly poorly considered, sadly typical, public sector over reaction which seeks to impose restrictions without full and considered appreciation of the implications. 
 

Logic would dictate that if 1 child is confirmed, the ‘bubble’ should isolate until tested, test results positive equals full isolation schedule, test result negative equals back to school. 48-72 hrs whilst awaiting test results not 2 weeks lost education and family disruption. 

[doobin]

Logic is not the educational establishment's strong point. More's the pity.

[eggsarascal]

1 hour ago, kevinjohnsonmbe said:

It’s a classic, perhaps well intentioned but blatantly poorly considered, sadly typical, public sector over reaction which seeks to impose restrictions without full and considered appreciation of the implications. 
 

Logic would dictate that if 1 child is confirmed, the ‘bubble’ should isolate until tested, test results positive equals full isolation schedule, test result negative equals back to school. 48-72 hrs whilst awaiting test results not 2 weeks lost education and family disruption. 

I agree totally, but, you knew that was coming. If every time a child in a bubble tested positive would there be enough test kits to test all the rest of their bubble?

[maybelateron]

2 hours ago, kevinjohnsonmbe said:

I'm surprised the word 'robust' has not been used

Indeed so, but might we ask if it is "fit for purpose"?

[kevinjohnsonmbe]

24 minutes ago, maybelateron said:

Indeed so, but might we ask if it is "fit for purpose"?

Not sure how you’ve done that ?

 

You’ve assigned Rob’s words as a quote by me? ?

[maybelateron]

Computer did that - it assumed cos I highlighted the bit where you quoted Rob, that it was you who had said it? Honest guv, I am not guilty of fraud!

[Richard 1234]

6 hours ago, Rob D said:

I've just had a letter from the school saying if anyone in the class tests positive - the rest of the class have to self isolate for 2 weeks - but what if both parents work?! Lots of nice words [below] that say nothing - everyone uses political talk now to sound good - I'm surprised the word 'robust' has not been used - that has got to be the word of the year!

 

'This is an eventuality that we have been planning for, for several weeks and has become a
routine feature of the lives of many schools nationally. We are committed to supporting the
well being and anonymity of children and families concerned, and the welfare and education of
all. We are also mindful of the extra burdens and challenges this situation places on you as
families, and on our staff. I am grateful for your patience and support in these circumstances.'

What do you suggest they do instead? Genuine question. We have had a letter from school today along those lines except it was also saying a teacher has tested positive and kids in contact have been told to stay home, not sure what that means as it was the letter for parents of kids not directly affected.

[Mark J]

8 hours ago, Rob D said:

I've just had a letter from the school saying if anyone in the class tests positive - the rest of the class have to self isolate for 2 weeks - but what if both parents work?! Lots of nice words [below] that say nothing - everyone uses political talk now to sound good - I'm surprised the word 'robust' has not been used - that has got to be the word of the year!

 

'This is an eventuality that we have been planning for, for several weeks and has become a
routine feature of the lives of many schools nationally. We are committed to supporting the
well being and anonymity of children and families concerned, and the welfare and education of
all. We are also mindful of the extra burdens and challenges this situation places on you as
families, and on our staff. I am grateful for your patience and support in these circumstances.'

Aye Rob,

 

My eight year old niece had to isolate due to a kid in her class testing positive for covid-19. Yet her folks don't as they're secondary contacts. Nor does her wee sister who goes to the same school.

It's difficult to know how to approach it.

 

Edited October 12, 2020 by Mark J