Schools will face staff shortages and disruption unless Covid testing is improved, say head teachers.
Tag: Education
Coronavirus: Cambridge college housed women escaping domestic abuse
St Catharine’s College housed 23 women and children after students were sent home amid the pandemic.
Coronavirus doctor’s diary: Will universities be able to avoid spreading the virus?
US colleges had numerous Covid outbreaks when students returned last month. This will be a challenge for the UK too.
Coronavirus: The story of the big U-turn of the summer
The Department of Education and Ofqual will face public scrutiny to explain the exam confusion, the colossal U-turn and resignations. What went wrong?
Coronavirus: The story of the big U-turn of the summer
The Department of Education and Ofqual will face public scrutiny to explain the exam confusion, the colossal U-turn and resignations. What went wrong?
Coronavirus: Teachers are isolating but still teach – by video
Lessons carry on in one Darlington primary, even if some classes are being taught by video-link.
Coronavirus: Children will stay part of rule of six, says Gove
Under 12s will not be exempt, minister says, as scientist warns the UK is close to “losing control” of virus.
Coronavirus: Saliva test study will track school cases
Scientists are investigating how pupils spread the virus, and whether they are symptomatic or not.
Coronavirus: No student parties and more online learning
New guidance requires universities to do all they can to limit the risk of outbreaks among students.
Exeter University to offer Covid tests to students
The University of Exeter signs a contract with a private company to provide saliva-based tests.
Government rejection of maternity extension petition ‘a mockery’
Mum Kirsty Pearce criticises a government decision not to extend maternity leave by three months.
Cambridge University to offer weekly Covid tests to students
Cambridge University provides routine testing for about 16,000 students living in its accommodation.