The guidance comes amid the closure of schools across the UK for most children except those of key workers and vulnerable children, including those in social care or classed as “in need” and children with education, health and care plans.
The government advice states that all residential special schools, children’s homes and other settings, including university halls of residence, covered by the advice are classed as “households” and should adhere to household self-isolation policies.
This means that anyone showing symptoms of coronavirus, also known as Covid19, including a new, persistent cough and fever should self-isolate for seven days. Those living with the person should self-isolate for 14 days.
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