House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Education and childcare settings update
13 May 2020 · Department for Education
Proposed by Gavin Williamson Con Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The phased return of children and young people to educational settings begins on June 1st.
- Schools, colleges, and childcare settings are encouraged to welcome back vulnerable children, those of critical workers, and those in key transition years.
- Additional protective measures including frequent cleaning and testing for staff and pupils with symptoms will be implemented.
Issue summary
The statement is about the phased return of children and young people to educational settings from June 1st, following guidance published by Gavin Williamson.
Action requested
From June 1st, schools, colleges, and childcare settings are encouraged to welcome back vulnerable children, those of critical workers, and those in key transition years. Additional protective measures such as frequent cleaning and testing for staff and pupils with symptoms will be implemented.
Key facts
- From 1 June at the earliest, a phased return to school and college is expected.
- Guidance published on Gov.uk sets out protective measures including limiting contact between different groups.
- Staff and pupils showing symptoms can receive coronavirus tests.