Rossett School in Harrogate has confirmed one of its sixth form students has tested positive for coronavirus.
The year 12 student will now isolate at home for 14 days. A further 30 year 12 students have been identified as being in close, prolonged contact with the student and have also been asked to isolate.
The school said its sixth form centre has had a “deep enhanced” clean after being identified as the only area used by the student concerned.
The school added all other pupils could return to school.
Parents and guardians received a letter from the school this weekend to remind them of the protocol if a child develops symptoms.
Helen Woodcock, the headteacher, said:
“In our preparation for reopening we planned for a variety of scenarios, we were well-rehearsed and prepared for it. We followed all the necessary national guidance and protocols.
“We have checked that the child is safe at home with their family. The last three weeks have been a fantastic reminder of the importance of education in the lives of our young people.
“We have reinforced with the students the need for them to consider what they do outside of school, where they go and who they see, and how they can contribute to limiting the spread of the virus.”
Ms Woodcock added staff training and school hygiene rules were also in place to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Yesterday, a further 11 cases of Covid were reported in the Harrogate district.
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