Cornwall College student tests positive for coronavirus

The individual's course bubble has been told to self-isolate for 14 days

A positive COVID result has been recorded from a schoolchild
Author: Sarah YeomanPublished 15th Sep 2020
Last updated 15th Sep 2020

Staff at Cornwall College have confirmed that a student at its Camborne campus has tested positive for coronavirus.

The individual is part of the Sports and Military and Protective Services Academy.

Learners and staff in the student's 'course bubble' have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days.

Following guidance from Public Health England, bosses have confirmed that no other students or staff need to take action unless they have been told to.

The college remains open as normal.

“On Sunday (13th September), a student who attends our Camborne campus as part of our Sports and Military and Protective Services Academy had confirmation of a positive COVID-19 test.

"We worked with Public Health England and contacted all learners and staff in the student’s course bubble on Sunday evening, asking them to self-isolate for 14 days from the last day of contact (10th September).

"During this period, learners will be taught remotely. No other students or staff need to self-isolate at this time unless they have been told to. The safety of our learners and staff is our priority and we are following Government guidance.

"If you have any general concerns or queries, please contact 0330 123 2523 during office hours. Learners and parents can contact the college in case of an emergency through their designated contact channels.”

Spokesperson for The Cornwall College Group