Students up and down the country will be gearing up to start the life-changing journey of going to university. However, in the midst of the pandemic, the beginning of that journey is going to look and feel a little different …
During his press conference yesterday, the Prime Minister said that around 99 per cent of schools are open and the signs are that attendance has started well, describing the picture as “confidence in action”.
Helping pupils to catch up on the time they spent out of the classroom is important to make sure the long lasting effects of the pandemic are minimised. That’s why we have launched a £1 billion Covid catch up package …
Tonight’s episode of Panorama on BBC One looks at the support available to young people who have Education, Health and Care Plans and their families, including provision throughout the pandemic. We are increasing high needs funding to support children with …
Today, the Secretary of State has written to teachers, leaders and school staff to thank them for all their work in welcoming pupils back to schools, colleges and other settings up and down the country. Dear colleagues, Now …
As schools return for the autumn term and welcome back pupils, we understand that this may raise some concern about the risks of transmission of coronavirus. Below we answer some key questions.
Misinformation about the return to school can upset parents, staff and pupils. While much of the information shared online is helpful and reputable, some is not and this poses a real risk.
We are aware of messages being circulated on social media that suggest Public Health Officials have the power to screen and assess children for coronavirus without a parent or carer present. This is not true. The Coronavirus Act gives Public …
Millions of students up and down the country will be returning to school over the next week. For several months, the Department and schools and colleges have been planning for all pupils, in all year groups, to return full-time from …
A survey of more than 4,000 headteachers shows that 97 per cent of schools plan to welcome pupils back for the autumn term. The research, carried out by the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT), also illustrates the work that …
What does the new advice say – when will pupils have to wear face coverings? New guidance sets out that in areas of the country with high transmission rates and subject to local restrictions, staff and pupils in year 7 …