Edinburgh College student 'went to class' after positive Covid test

The pupil travelled to campus before revealing they had tested positive.
Edinburgh College Sighthill CampusEdinburgh College Sighthill Campus
Edinburgh College Sighthill Campus

A case of Covid-19 has been confirmed at Edinburgh College’s Sighthill Campus after a pupil reportedly turned up to class on Thursday September 17 despite having tested positive for the virus.

A member of the college who wishes to remain anonymous said a student had arrived to class and mentioned to their lecturer that they had tested positive for Covid-19.

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The student was then isolated and the area deep-cleaned, with students and staff they had come into contact with informed by the college.

"A student who tested positive came in for their class [...] they informed their lecturer and that is when they were quarantined and isolated and the whole area was being deep cleaned,” said the college member.

"As far as i know the college followed the correct procedure and it seems the student was at fault for coming in.”

Staff were informed of the case in a note sent out today.

"On Thursday 17 September there was a case of COVID-19 confirmed within Sighthill Campus,” the note reads.

“Any students and staff who have been in direct contact with the confirmed case have been contacted by the College, are in the process of being contacted and provided the relevant advice by NHS Lothian and have been told not to come onto campuses.

“Please be reassured that, decontamination has taken place, all health and safety protocols have been followed, and Sighthill Campus remains open.

“Any staff currently based at Sighthill Campus who have not been contacted, should continue to attend the campus if you remain well and are required to do so to deliver teaching and support services. If you have any concerns, please speak to your line manager.

“It is important that all staff and students who are coming in to campuses, continue to follow government and NHS advice to keep everybody safe. Please read the below information carefully.”

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A spokesperson at Edinburgh College said: “Edinburgh College is working with NHS Lothian’s Health Protection team in accordance with national guidance.

"Enhanced infection control measures and enhanced cleaning are in place and all close contacts are in the process of being contacted and provided the relevant advice. Students and staff who are required to attend campuses should continue to do so unless they have been advised otherwise.

“The vast majority of Edinburgh College courses and support services continue to be delivered online – with students studying online and staff working at home.

“The health and safety of all students and staff remains the College’s priority at all times.”

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