Good morning everyone,
We have had a number of queries from parents regarding testing so thought it might be helpful to share information links from ParentClub and Young Scot with you.
ParentClub is aimed at parents but explains how covid and testing can be explained to children, helpful links:
Does my child need a covid-19 test? (this has been on the back to school page for a while)
https://www.parentclub.scot/articles/does-my-child-need-a-covid-19-test#link3
Covid testing for staff and pupils – this page explains process and links to videos and help
https://www.parentclub.scot/articles/covid-19-testing-staff-and-pupils#process
Scottish schools and coronavirus
https://www.parentclub.scot/articles/scottish-schools-and-coronavirus
YoungScot is primarily aimed at young people. Helpful links:
(video) How to do a nasal & throat swab lateral flow test video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgd2TfVL6pk&feature=youtu.be
What to expect from a Covid-19 test
https://young.scot/get-informed/national/what-to-expect-from-a-covid-19-test
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Jargonbuster (really helpful for young people)
https://young.scot/get-informed/national/coronavirus-jargonbuster
Hope you find this useful
Mrs Fraser
Central School 