Phased reopening of schools: Are primary schools reopening? And what is the phased return?

10 May 2020, 19:48 | Updated: 7 June 2023, 08:56

Boris Johnson has confirmed there is a preliminary plan for a phased reopening of schools, but what is it? And when will secondary schools reopen?

During the most recent lockdown review, May 10, Boris Johnson confirmed they had a plan in place to reopen primary schools should there be continued progress on the coronavirus pandemic.

Detailing a phased reopening of schools this year, the Prime Minister insisted we could see pupils return to the class room around June should the outbreak remain under control.

So what is a phased reopening of schools? Are primary schools going back first? And when are secondary schools reopening? Here's what Boris Johnson said:

When will schools reopen? And what is the phased reopening?

Boris Johnson believes that by June 1st, the earliest, they may be at a stage where they can consider a phased reopening of primary schools - meaning only some years of schools will be returning at a time.

Boris added: “We will shortly be setting out detailed guidance on how to make it work in schools and shops and on transport.”

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When will primary and secondary schools be reopening?

To begin with, Boris’ plan at the moment suggests pupils will return in stages, beginning with reception, Year 1 and Year 6.

If you’re in secondary school and face exams next year, there is a plan to get them some time with teachers before the summer holidays.