Just a brief note to let you know that we have a number of cases of 'slapped cheek syndrome' in school. This is an infectious condition caused by a virus called Parvovirus. The symptoms in children are mild flu-like symptoms which may occur prior to the classic symptom of a red rash to the face. It is most infectious before the rash appears until the onset of the rash.. so once the rash is out there is no need to keep your child off school, providing they are well enough to attend.
This is a mild virus which children often have without parents even being aware of it. Slapped cheek, however, can be harmful to pregnant women so please be aware of its presence in school.
