Gavin Williamson MP giving daily government coronavirus briefing

The transcript discusses a £650 million catch-up premium for schoolchildren in England to address lost teaching time. It includes guidance on spending, such as intervention programs and technology access. A £350 million national tutoring program aims to provide high-quality tuition for disadvantaged children. Additional funding of £14.4 billion over three years supports schools. Future plans involve preparing for a full return to school, ensuring all children receive quality education.

What is the primary purpose of the £650 million catch-up premium for schoolchildren in England?

• To fund sports programs

• To increase teacher salaries

• To compensate for lost teaching time

• To build new school facilities

Which organization provided a guide on how to best spend the catch-up premium?

• National Tutoring Association

• British Council

• Department for Education

• Education Endowment Foundation

What is the main goal of the £350 million national tutoring program?

• To increase teacher training

• To build new libraries

• To fund extracurricular activities

• To provide high-quality tuition for disadvantaged children

How much additional funding is being provided on top of the previous £14.4 billion deal?

• £2 billion

• £750 million

• £1 billion

• £500 million

What is the government's plan for schools in September?

• To reduce school hours

• To ensure a full return to education

• To continue remote learning

• To implement a new curriculum