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Education Update

02 June 2020

Proposing MP
Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the phased reopening of educational settings and nurseries in England based on meeting five government tests.

Action Requested

Primary schools are to welcome back pupils in Reception, Year 1, and Year 6. From June 15th, secondary schools and further education providers must offer face-to-face support for specific year groups while limiting attendance to a quarter of the cohort at any one time. Detailed guidance has been published.

Key Facts

  • Nurseries and early years providers can now welcome children back.
  • Primary schools are to welcome Reception, Year 1, and Year 6 pupils in smaller class sizes.
  • Secondary schools and further education providers must provide face-to-face support for Year 10, Year 12, and 16-19 learners starting June 15th.
  • Only a quarter of the cohort is allowed to attend at any one time.
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