Adult involved in Rawmarsh School ski trip given coronavirus all-clear

Another adult, who was also involved in the trip to Folgarida, is expecting to receive their results within the next 36 hours, a spokesperson for the school said.

Both adults fell ill overnight on Wednesday and were advised to self-isolate for two days as a precautionary measure.

They were both screened for the virus Covid-19, which originated in China and has since spread to countries around the world.

A spokesperson for Rawmarsh School said: “We are in regular contact with Public Health England and continue to follow their advice.

"Two adults involved in the recent visit to Folgarida did start to show some mild cold-like symptoms earlier this week.

"As a precaution, following advice, both stayed away from school.

"Following tests, one of the adults has been given the all-clear and we anticipate the other adult will receive their results within the next 36 hours.

"Whilst we must remain vigilant, it is vital that the whole school community maintains a business as usual approach and follows the expert advice.

"We are keeping parents updated at regular intervals.”

A letter sent to parents yesterday (Thursday) said that all individuals nationally who had travelled to north Italy and were showing symptoms were being tested for the coronavirus.

It said that, according to Public Health England, adults and students who had travelled to north Italy would be at low risk.