Burgess Hill Academy launches mass testing programme

The University of Brighton Academies Trust said those still attending will be tested at a learning space which has been temporarily converted into an on-site testing station, in line with Government guidance.

Jon Francies, Principal of The Burgess Hill Academy, said: “We are equipped to begin testing staff and students - all our students will be tested when they return.

“This is an exciting development that will help stop the spread of the virus.”

Dr John Smith, Chief Executive, University of Brighton Academies Trust, added: “I’m incredibly proud of all our staff who have worked tirelessly to prepare our secondary academies across East and West Sussex to start the roll-out of the national mass testing COVID-19 programme in earnest.

“This is an exciting development in the national efforts to control the spread of this virus, and one I feel is a positive step towards welcoming our students back into a safe learning environment.”