A school in Wiltshire has been forced to close for the day due to a suspected outbreak of norovirus.
Westbury Infants School announced yesterday that the school would be closed today (Friday, December 7).
The school took to their Facebook page to break the news.
The announcement reads:
Dear Parents
Following advice from Public Health England, and after carrying out our own risk assessments, the decision has been taken to CLOSE Westbury Infant School on Friday, December 7, 2018 due to the recent norovirus outbreak.
The school plans to reopen on Monday, December 10, 2018.
The school disco will now be cancelled and full refunds given. We will rearrange the disco in the New Year.
Non-uniform day (with a donation for the tombola) will now take place on Monday, December 10, 2018.
Christmas performances and craft markets next week will NOT be affected and WILL continue as planned.
We apologise for any inconvenience, however, the health and safety of the children is our priority.
Somerset Live has contacted the school for comment.
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