Returning to school

Back to school week – school uniform, what you need to know?

mediaofficer, 1 September 2022 - Returning to school, School uniform

We believe uniforms provide a sense of belonging for students. They are helpful in fostering a good learning environment and can promote the ethos of a school. They can also reduce peer pressure at school for the latest clothes and …

Back to School Week - when do schools and colleges go back?

mediaofficer, 26 August 2022 - Returning to school, Schools

Most pupils will have enjoyed at least six weeks off school during the summer. However, term dates and holiday lengths will vary depending on the local council, school and college.

What to expect when schools, colleges, universities and early years settings return after the Christmas break

mediaofficer, 3 January 2022 - Coronavirus, early years, Further education, Ofsted, Returning to school, Schools, Universities

Schools, colleges, universities, and early years settings are getting ready to reopen after their Christmas breaks.

An open letter from Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi to education and childcare leaders

mediaofficer, 2 January 2022 - Coronavirus, early years, Further education, Returning to school, Schools, Universities

Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi has written an open letter to education and childcare leaders on the return to education settings in 2022 and what it will look like.

Back to School: Experts underline the importance of minimising disruption in schools

Media Officer, 1 September 2021 - Returning to school

Experts agree that it is important for young people go back to schools and colleges for a range of reasons and it remains crucial that they have as normal an experience as possible. The World Health Organization (WHO) and Unicef …

Back to School week: Everything you need to know

mediaofficer, 9 March 2021 - Coronavirus, Returning to school, Schools, Testing

Getting our children and young people back into schools and colleges has always been a top priority – that’s because experts agree the best place for children to be is with their teachers, friends, and peers.

Our plan for getting pupils back to schools and colleges

Media Officer, 2 March 2021 - Returning to school

Getting our children and young people back into schools and colleges is a top priority – that’s because experts are all agreed that the best place for children to be is with their teachers, friends and peers.

Chief Medical Officer: “If you keep children out of school, every single one of the children you keep out of school is disadvantaged”

Media Officer, 24 February 2021 - Coronavirus, Mental Health, Myth busting, Primary Schools, Returning to school, School safety, Schools, Secondary schools, teachers, Testing

The country’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty, has said that it is “absolutely universally accepted that there are huge advantages for children to be in school”.

An open letter from Education Secretary Gavin Williamson to parents, carers and guardians

Media Officer, 23 February 2021 - alternative providers, Attendance, Coronavirus, Higher Education, Ministerial commentary, Primary Schools, Returning to school, School safety, Secondary schools, SEND, teachers

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson has written an open letter to parents, carers and guardians following the news that all primary schools, secondary secondary schools, special and alternative provision schools, colleges and further education settings will be opening to all pupils …

All students to return to school and college from 8 March and what you need to know

mediaofficer, 22 February 2021 - Coronavirus, Further education, Higher Education, Returning to school, Schools, Students, teachers, Universities

From Monday 8 March, schools and colleges will open to all pupils with asymptomatic COVID-19 testing in place. University students on practical courses will also return on Monday 8 March. The return of all pupils is a priority in the …

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