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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Education Update

22 June 2020 · Department for Education

Proposed by Gavin Williamson Con Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge

Education

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government announces a 1 billion package to support pupils in catching up on lost learning due to coronavirus.
  • 650 million will be provided for all schools to help pupils catch up, guided by the Education Endowment Foundation.
  • A National Tutoring Programme worth 350 million will be rolled out to provide targeted tutoring to disadvantaged young people.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the impact of coronavirus on education and announces a £1 billion package to support pupils in catching up on lost learning time.

Action requested

The government is providing £650 million for all schools to help pupils catch up, with guidance from the Education Endowment Foundation. Additionally, a National Tutoring Programme worth £350 million will be rolled out to provide targeted tutoring to disadvantaged young people.

Key facts

  • The package is worth £1 billion.
  • £650 million will support all pupils to catch up.
  • The National Tutoring Programme is worth £350 million.
  • The Education Endowment Foundation has published guidance on effective interventions.
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