Latest COVID-19 Information

Keeping in touch during any school closures

Download recent letters and news bulletins from the Communications area.

 Communications > Y7-11 Recent Letters
 Communications> Sixth Form Recent Letters
 Communications> Latest News
covid-19@stjohns.excalibur.org.uk
 @stjohnsmarlb

What’s happening about exams?

Exams > Exams page: Links and more information
Ofqual website

Official guidance

• St John’s COVID-19 Testing Privacy Notice
•  Government guidance
• NHS Advice
• NHS 111 online
• Advice from the World Health Organisation regarding the use of fabric face masks

How do I access work for students?

Learn more about provisions for remote learning at St John’s in the following locations:

Remote Learning Policy – see our Academy Policies page
Admissions > Y6 Open Evening > “Life at St John’s” > Remote Learning: video from Vice Principal Mrs Wilson
Communication > Remote Learning User Guides:help with accessing Office 365 and MS Teams
 Parents > Support for Parents > Show My Homework for more information about how to log in. All students and parents should have access to Show My Homework.
Students should also check their school emails daily.
If you have any difficulty accessing SmH, email ICTHelpdesk@stjohns.excalibur.org.uk

How can I support my children at home

St John’s Working at home guide
Daily routine video and checklist
Supporting your child’s learning through scaffolding (video)
Supporting your child’s learning through retrieval practice

Where can I get help?

Wiltshire Council 26/10/2020: Free meals for vulnerable children in school holidays 

Life at St John’s > Mental Health – useful links and guidance
Wiltshire School Nurse service
Wiltshire Council guidance: “Looking after yourself, looking after your children”
NSPCC hub: coronavirus advice and support for parents and carers