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Nov 2020
Harrogate primary school's plea: help our pupils who are isolating
A primary school in Harrogate has launched an urgent appeal to help pupils who are struggling with self-isolation at home.
Grove Road Community Primary School currently has 11 staff, including the head teacher, and about 140 pupils self-isolating either because they have coronavirus or have been in contact with somebody who has.
Chris Harrison, the assistant head, told the Stray Ferret its appeal for help had generated an "incredible" response so far:
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Now the school is asking people to donate toys to help with happiness or digital devices to help with learning.
The government said it would give devices to schools for pupils to use at home but Grove Road was not allocated any.
Mr Harrison said this was the first time many pupils have had to fully isolate for two weeks.
He added it was particularly difficult for families without outdoor space.
Anyone who can help with the school's appeal should get in touch with the school on Twitter or give the reception a call on 01423 506060.
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