Infection control: example policies and guidance

We cover the latest government guidance on testing and self-isolation for those with symptoms of coronavirus in this article. For general updates, including things not related to testing or positive cases in school, see our coronavirus latest updates page.

Examples

Nursery

Cherry Childcare has an infection control policy for its nurseries. 

It includes:

• Procedures if children become ill while at nursery
• Amount of time children should stay at home, depending on their symptoms
• Information about infection risks for pregnant mothers
• Approach to administering prescribed antibiotics

Primary 

Beckbury Primary School in Shropshire has an infection control policy on its website (under 'Aspects Policies'). The policy covers topics such as:

• Pupil and staff immunisation
• Pregnant staff members
• Handling food
• Procedures for when someone is feeling unwell 

Secondary 

A widespread disease that's infectious and dangerous A non-widespread disease that's infectious and dangerous, such as chicken pox