Testing centres in South Gloucestershire The Surge testing programme in five postcode sector areas in Bradley Stoke, Little Stoke and Patchway will end on Sunday, March 14. Any eligible residents living, working or in a support bubble with anyone in those locations who have not yet taken a test are being asked to please take part if they can. The two surge testing facilities in Stoke Gifford and Patchway (open from 9:00AM – 6:00PM) are available, as are the five community-based Collect & Drop sites (open from 9:00AM – 5:00PM), from where people can collect a home testing kit and return it. No booking is necessary.
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Year 10 pupils must now remain at home and self-isolate for 10 days.
READ MORE: In a letter sent out to parents of Year 10 pupils yesterday, principal David Herbert said: The testing programme today has identified some positive cases of COVID-19 in Year 10 at Budmouth Academy. We have followed the national guidance and been in communication with the Department for Education and Public Health England (PHE). Following a risk assessment, we have been advised to close Budmouth Academy to all Year 10 students and they are being instructed to remain at home and self-isolate for 10 days. They are not required to take any further action unless they develop symptoms, or feel unwell.