When Boris Johnson announced that all schools would be closed from this Friday, he added that if children of key workers could not be looked after at home, they’d qualify for education provision to ensure their parents could carry on working during the Coronavirus outbreak.
The Isle of Wight council have confirmed all schools will remain open to provide a service for key workers and vulnerable children.
An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson said:
“Headteachers and their staff have been magnificent over the past couple of weeks keeping schools open across the Island. The response of school staff has been outstanding.
“At the moment we are expecting practically all Island schools to remain open on Monday to provide a service for key workers and vulnerable children.”
Who are key workers?
As detailed earlier today, key workers include health and social care staff, teachers and education staff, military personnel, emergency service workers, council workers needed for essential work and drivers delivering essential goods.
The Department for Education has issued guidance for parents which we have asked all schools to post on their Websites.
Individual schools are in contact with families regarding arrangements for children of key workers and vulnerable children, and provision to replace free school meals.
Government Covid-19 guidance: Stay alert and stay safe
Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently (video tips).
Social distancing
It is recommended that you maintain at least a two metre gap (about 6.5ft) from people who are not from your household.
Seeking advice
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service that can tell if you need medical help and advise you what to do.
