The Year 6 pupils have been identified as close
contacts of a confirmed Covid-19 case at the school and have been asked to
remain at home in order to reduce the possible spread of the virus to family,
friends and the wider community.
An enhanced clean will be carried out today on
areas of the school used by the year group.
Head Teacher, Mr Jonathan Keohane, said:
"Following confirmation late last night that one of our pupils has tested
positive for Covid-19 we acted as quickly as possible, following guidance from
Public Health Wales, to inform the parents of all pupils who have been in close
contact with the pupil in question."
"Thanks to the strong procedures we have
in place, the number of our pupils needing to self-isolate is limited to 60
pupils in one year group and no staff are required to self-isolate.
"We have already implemented enhanced
cleaning regimes but as a precaution additional cleansing is also taking place
at the school."
"There's a strong school community at
Roath Park and I'm sure there will be some understandable concern at this news,
but I would like to reassure all our parents, and especially our pupils, that
we are listening very closely to the advice given to us by Public Health Wales
and the Council to ensure that the potential for any further transmission is
minimised and the school remains safe."
"Staff will remain vigilant of any pupils
displaying symptoms and will take appropriate action if they suspect a pupil
could potentially have Covid-19."
Cabinet Member for Education, Cllr Sarah Merry
said: "The safety of pupils in our schools is a priority and procedures
are in place to ensure they are as protected as possible, but with pupils at
two Cardiff schools now needing to self-isolate, this is a clear reminder that
Covid-19 hasn't gone away.
"I would urge all parents to remain alert
and ensure that their children do not attend school if they develop symptoms,
and ask all residents, parents or otherwise, to help Keep Wales Safe by
following Welsh Government Covid-19 guidance."