Coronavirus outbreak confirmed at Communication Specialist College Doncaster- but it remains open

Staff and students at Communication Specialist College Doncaster are isolating after a confirmed coronavirus outbreak at the site.
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Three students and two members of staff recently tested positive for Covid-19, the college confirmed this afternoon.

A spokesperson for the Leger Way college, which is run by the Doncaster Deaf Trust, said that all are from the same bubble and are now isolating.

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All of the other students and staff in the affected bubble are also self-isolating as a precaution.

Doncaster Deaf Trust on Leger Way.Doncaster Deaf Trust on Leger Way.
Doncaster Deaf Trust on Leger Way.

Rebecca Loosemore, assistant principal at Communication Specialist College Doncaster, said the college remains open and other bubbles have not been affected.

Students who are self-isolating will continue to learn at home for the 14-day period,” added Ms Loosemore.

“We’d like to reassure parents and carers that all guidance from the government has been rigorously followed and we are working closely with Public Health England and Doncaster Council to ensure that we are keeping everyone safe."

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