Masks at School
Jo Morris - January 27, 2022
The Government has confirmed that masks (not face coverings) will be required at Red for children and staff in Years 4 to 13 when indoors. Here are some key pieces of information to support you.
- The mask needs to cover your nose and mouth properly.
- Children should have a spare mask at school with them. We have a small reserve of masks and are expecting more info from the Ministry of Education.
- A reminder that there are a number of exemptions to wearing a mask. If your child is unable to wear a mask the school requires a copy of the exemption letter from their medical professional.
- Younger children will need help to learn how to wear a mask and the reason for wearing them: they are a protection.
- Children in Years 1 to 3 can wear a mask at school if they wish.
Disposable masks can be washed and reworn up to 10 times.
Masks are not required to be worn when outside.
- Here is information and a video that may help explain to young children how to safely put a mask on and remove it.
- Here is a second video on how to wear your mask and ways to adjust masks to improve their fit.
