We have had a case of Impetigo within our Early Childhood area, whilst not dangerous it is quite contagious so please be vigilant.

Impetigo is a skin infection caused by staphylococcus or streptococcus bacteria. It is also known as school sores because it commonly affects school-aged children. 

Common symptoms of impetigo include:

• The skin itches and reddens 
• A collection of blisters forms, commonly around the nose and mouth
• The blisters pop and weep a yellow, sticky fluid
• The area develops a raised and wet-looking crust
• The scab dries and falls off
• The skin completely heals after a few days

Children diagnosed with impetigo should remain out of school until the sores have stopped blistering or crusting, or until 24 hours after starting appropriate antibiotic treatment.