UK mother's 'anxiety' over school return for her children

Katie Hancock discusses the challenges faced by her family during the lockdown, focusing on the emotional impact on her children, the proactive measures taken by schools, and the difficulties of balancing work and home education. She highlights the anxiety and uncertainty surrounding the situation, as well as the importance of maintaining a family unit.

What was one of the main challenges Christopher faced during the lockdown?

• Missing the end of primary school

• Difficulty in understanding the curriculum

• Inability to play sports

• Lack of access to online classes

How did the schools respond to the pandemic according to the transcript?

• They ignored government guidelines

• They were proactive in sharing plans

• They were slow to react

• They closed indefinitely

What emotion did parents feel about sending their children back to school?

• Relief

• Excitement

• Indifference

• Anxiety

What was a significant challenge for parents during home education?

• Balancing work and teaching

• Lack of internet access

• Finding educational resources

• Dealing with technical issues

What concern is raised about exams during the lockdown?

• Exams are too frequent

• Exams are not important

• Exams are too easy

• Exams might not be held