Kindergartens to Sustain Precautionary H1N1 Measures

Feedback from kindergartens shows that the precautionary measures for H1N1 that were implemented in the first week of Term 3 have been carried out smoothly. We would like to thank parents for their co-operation and understanding. While we cannot stop transmission of H1N1 completely, as it is a global pandemic, these measures have limited spread of disease and allowed most kindergartens to continue functioning.

With community spread of H1N1 on the rise in Singapore, kindergartens will continue to be vigilant and keep up precautionary measures to slow the spread of the H1N1 virus in kindergartens. Regular temperature taking and checks to identify those with influenza-like illness will continue. Staff and children who are unwell will be asked to seek medical attention and to rest at home. Kindergartens will also continue to remind its children about the importance of personal hygiene and social responsibility.

However with spread of H1N1 present in the local community, kindergartens will no longer require children or staff with travel history to take Leave of Absence, as this measure is no longer effective with effect from Monday 6 July. Those currently serving Leave of Absence will be informed that they can return to kindergarten from 6 July.

The well-being of our children remains our top priority. We continue to seek the cooperation of parents to exercise social responsibility by ensuring that their child does not go to school, but stays at home and sees the doctor if he/she is unwell. This will help safeguard the health of their child and all children and staff in the children community.