Dear parents and carers,
I hope that you and your family are well. As you are aware, on Sunday 10th May, the Prime Minister made an announcement that schools, where possible, should try and bring children in Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 back to school, from 1st June, as well as the continued provision for children of Key Workers and Vulnerable Groups. All other year groups should continue to be educated at home.
As a Trust we outlined three key guiding principles in our phased return:
From 1st June we invited Year 6 back to school. Whilst understandably there was some apprehension, those children who returned have been thrilled to be back in school and it has been a pleasure to watch them learning back at school with their peers. From Monday 15th June, we then welcomed back Reception.
Having tested our systems and processes, as well as conducting detailed risk assessments, the STEP Board has taken the decision to further extend provision from Monday 29th June, but only where academies have the capacity to do so.
For Angel Oak Academy, this means we will be inviting back Reception children on Monday 29th June. The situation in school will be reviewed daily and all Government guidance will be adhered to. Further guidance regarding school safety measures has been sent to Reception parents.
Whilst I understand that this is an unknown and unsettling time, I am sure you will agree that the safety of our pupils must come first. As many of you have shared your concerns over the lack of information provided about September, as soon as the Government releases guidance about the next school year, we will of course communicate our plans with you. This will also include information about transition for your child into their next school year and class.
The school will, of course, remain open for children of key workers and vulnerable groups.
Thank you all for your continued support.