You may recall that this time last year, there was a significant surge in scarlet fever cases across London schools and nurseries. Although we are not seeing the same levels this time round, we think it is useful to share this updated document.
Click here to download the recently updated resources pack which includes template letters, actions to take if there is circulation of infections such as chickenpox or other triggers.
Please do let us know if you have any concerns.
Best Wishes,
Elsie Acheampong
Senior Health Protection Practitioner – UKHSA London Region
On behalf of the London Group A strep Leads’ Group
See update from the Department for Education: Following the publication of the Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship Training Provider Guidance in April 2025, the Department for Education is pleased to announce the publication of the EYTDA Employer Guidance. Developed in collaboration with a sector-led Implementation group, this guidance aims to support employers in the early… Continue reading EY: Publication of Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA) Employer Guidance: DfE
See the JCT newsletter for May which includes some suggestions for early years settings. The theme of the newsletter is vocabulary development. See JCT Newsletter May 2025
