Asymptomatic Testing Introduction Around 1 in 3 people with the Covid-19 virus have no symptoms and could therefore be spreading it unwittingly. Asymptomatic testing is about identifying these cases and taking them ‘out of circulation’ to reduce transmission. These tests will use lateral flow devices (LFD), which involve self-administered swabs and give a result in 30 minutes. In order to carry out this testing programme, the School needs families’ consent. Anyone who has not yet done so is requested to complete the necessary forms, clicking the links below. For pupils under 16, parents should fill in the form and should discuss testing with their sons. Pupils aged 16 or over should complete the separate form themselves. Asymptomatic testing is not compulsory, and the forms include an option to decline consent, but the Government and the School strongly encourages participation in the programme, since higher levels of testing will help limit case numbers within the School and reduce disruption. — Pupils aged under 16 (to be completed by parents) — Pupils aged 16 or over (to be completed by pupils)
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Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet
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