Latest University Update: Covid-19 update for students – Confirmation of ongoing implementation of Plan B 06/01/22

BPP Covid Secure Policy: January 2022 Update

BPP is proud to be part of a DfE-organised working group that promotes a Covid Test Secure approach to a phased return. This collaboration-led methodology looks beyond testing as a mere requirement, and champions how its implementation within a university’s culture can support a smooth and safe return.

For our control measures to make the biggest impact, we need to work together – taking accountability for our own potential to transmit the virus, in a way that best protects those we share our facilities with.

All students and members of staff planning to attend centre are encouraged to test twice-weekly, and will be required to show, on entry, that they have received a negative result from a Covid test taken within the previous 4 days.

As it stands, given the vaccine programme is ongoing, and how the virus is spread - the government guidance relating to testing in universities is the same – regardless of whether individuals have had the jab(s) or not.

The NHS has published specific vaccination guidance for university students.

Reporting

If you:

have tested positive for Covid-19
are otherwise self-isolating at the request of the NHS, (e.g as a result of suspected contact with a confirmed Covid-19 case)

You are required to complete the incident report form here.

The form needs to be completed, even if you haven’t visited a BPP study centre.

Student Testing

When visiting a centre it is recommended that you engage in regular (ideally twice-weekly) Covid-testing. When you visit, you should bring evidence that your last COVID-19 test was taken no earlier than 4 days ago, and it must have come back negative. This is suggested even if you have received a vaccine.

If you have symptoms of Covid-19

If you do have symptoms you should go to https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19/ or call 119 and get a test through the NHS. Do not come to site if you develop new Covid symptoms after taking your last test.

If you do not have symptoms of Covid-19

You can now order coronavirus rapid lateral flow tests to your home address.

Please note, if you conduct a lateral flow test at home, you must report your result to the NHS.

You will then receive a text message and email, which you can show upon entry to our centre.

If you are unable to order a test from the Government or book a test through your local authority. Alternatively, you can get a test through asymptomatic community testing programmes. Find out if the area where you live offers rapid lateral flow test sites at https://www.gov.uk/find-covid-19-lateral-flow-test-site

Testing FAQs:

What happens if my result is positive?
- Seek NHS guidance and tell us that you are self-isolating.
What support can BPP offer me through self-isolation?
- If you need support please contact independentadvice@bpp.com to discuss you individual circumstances.
I take lateral flow tests at home. Can I use these?
- If you conduct a lateral flow test at home, you must report your result to the NHS at https://www.gov.uk/report-covid19-result. This will give you the confirmation you’ll need to show on entrance (in the form of a text message and email).
I have recently recovered from COVID, and am getting false positives from Lateral Flow Tests. Can I still come to centre?
- Please contact healthandsafety@bpp.com at least two working days before your visit to discuss
I have been vaccinated, do I still need a test?
- Yes. Until we know more about how vaccines work, we are asking that you take a Covid-19 test before coming to centre.

Visiting Centres

BPP study centres are now fully open. Those on site are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering (government exemptions apply) when travelling around the centre. On arrival you are encouraged to 'check-in' via a QR code, and this information will be stored for 21 days in accordance with Track and Trace requirements. If you have any questions one of the facilities staff on-site will be happy to assist you.