CORONAVIRUS: Majority of schools beginning to re-open gates to more pupils across Lincolnshire from today

The majority of primary schools across Lincolnshire are beginning to re-open their gates today to all pupils in some year groups for the first time since they were shut to all but key workers’ children and vulnerable groups on 20 March.
Returning to Horncastle Primary this morningReturning to Horncastle Primary this morning
Returning to Horncastle Primary this morning

The Government has asked schools to re-open for Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 from today as part of ongoing moves to ease the country out of lockdown.

But many parents are thought to be reluctant to send children back yet – and there are also some schools that have decided not to open their doors.

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In Lincolnshire, the county council as local education authority has left the decision for individual schools.

Those that are re-opening have had to make significant changes to reduce the risk of spread of the of coronavirus and maintain distancing.

Martin Smith, interim assistant director for education for the council, said today: "The majority of schools across Lincolnshire are now beginning to re-open their doors to more pupils, as requested by the government.

“The decision to re-open or not rests with the schools, and we are sure that each has the best interests of their pupils and staff at heart.

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“Those re-opening have introduced measures to limit the potential spread of coronavirus, such as smaller class sizes or staggered break times, helping to keep pupils and staff safe as they return to the classroom.

“We realise some parents are uncertain about sending their children back to school at this stage, and the government has said that they can continue to keep them at home for the time being if they prefer.

“There are a range of resources available to families allowing children to continue their learning at home."

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