Commons Library Briefing Note: Coronavirus and schools: FAQs

The paper addresses:

• The provisional plans for re-opening schools to more pupils in England.
• The Department for Education’s guidance for schools and colleges in England on the precautions they should take and the groups of children they should prioritise.
• The approach being taken in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
• Data on current levels of school attendance in England.
• Research on home learning environments and how children and young people in different circumstances may be affected by the school closures.
• How exam grades will be awarded this summer, including in respect of home-educated pupils and other private candidates.

This is a fast-moving issue and the briefing should be read as correct at the time of publication.