Positive case in one of my children's class. Been sent a letter early today confirming it and and saying as close contacts the kids are advised to get a pcr...
If my child actually had symptoms of course I would get him tested but I feel if he remains asymptomatic then no. I get the purpose. But DS has sen (mainstream school). Getting him tested is hell. Last time we had to get him tested (last year) we spent 1.5-2 hours in the test centre trying to get it done. I can't face it. I can't imagine the test is very accurate with him just resisting it! Like I say if he got symptoms I would absolutely, with a struggle.
But to think for now whilst remaining symptom free then just to say no? Can they make you? I just don't want to put him through a test whilst asymptomatic imagining that maybe in a. Few days (god forbid) he may actually get ill and would need another!