Nearly one in ten schools closed due to covid-19 in England

The video discusses the challenges faced by schools in maintaining safety and health during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights issues such as staff shortages, testing availability, and the impact on school attendance. The video also covers the difficulties families face in navigating school policies and the government's response to these challenges. Schools are under pressure to manage these issues while ensuring education continues.

What is the main challenge faced by the school in Solihull regarding COVID-19?

• Inadequate classroom space

• Increased student enrollment

• Staff shortages due to isolation

• Lack of educational resources

What percentage of state-funded schools have been partially closed since the autumn term?

• 10%

• 12%

• 8%

• 5%

What symptom is not associated with COVID-19 according to the teaching unions?

• Fever

• Runny nose

• Loss of taste

• Cough

What is the government's response to the testing issue in schools?

• They have reduced testing requirements

• They have closed all schools

• They are working on increasing test availability

• They are ignoring the problem

What is the main issue highlighted by teaching unions regarding school safety?

• Overcrowded classrooms

• Lack of funding

• Need for clear guidance on COVID-19 symptoms

• Inadequate online learning tools