Opinion

The Covid-19 divide: A national strategy must be launched

The impact of Covid-19 on our poorest children is going to be felt for some time to come. A national strategy is needed to reverse the damage that is being done, says Deborah Lawson

The dialogue around schools is very interesting at the moment. For the first time in a while, teachers are being afforded the regard they deserve. They are being trusted by government to use their professional judgement in terms of assessment and how to lead learning outside the classroom. This cannot be ignored next year when it has been so important and recognised this year.

Not only has there been active teaching and learning inside the school for the children of key workers and vulnerable pupils, but there has been an exponential growth in online and remote learning. However, the remote teaching revolution has served to highlight the huge digital divide in our country.

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