Do not send your child to school or childcare if any of the following is true.

Your child has:

• a temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or more
• any other common symptoms of coronavirus – a new cough, loss or changed sense of taste or smell, or shortness of breath
• been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus
• been living with someone who is unwell and may have coronavirus

You will need to:

1. Isolate your child – this means keeping them at home and completely avoiding contact with other people, as much as possible. Read advice on self-isolation
2. Phone your GP – they will advise you if your child needs a coronavirus test.
3. Everyone that your child lives with should also restrict their movements, at least until your child gets a diagnosis from their GP or a coronavirus test result. This means not going to school, childcare or work.
4. Treat your child at home for their symptoms.

Your child should only leave your home to have a test or to see your GP.