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Summer school plans for UK kids who've fallen behind on education due to Covid

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21.02.2021 - 15:11

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Schools will reportedly be granted hundreds of millions of pounds for summer classes to help children who've fallen behind in their studies due to Covid-19 lockdown.

The measure is one of three points outlined in a plan by Prime Minister Boris Johnson for pupils who have missed out on education, according to The Sunday Times.

Schools will also be urged to hire freelancers or pay staff more to extend shifts outside working hours so struggling pupils can be adequately supported.

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