You should only send your child to school on Monday if you have to, because your work is critical to our COVID-19 response.

If you are able to keep your child at home, you should. #StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/n1B1gngVWr

— Gavin Williamson (@GavinWilliamson) March 21, 2020

From tomorrow, schools will be closed except for children of critical workers and the most vulnerable.

We must ensure NHS staff are able to access school places. Don’t take a place you don’t need.

Be responsible. Keep your kids at home.#StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/B4QZJG7kY4

— Gavin Williamson (@GavinWilliamson) March 22, 2020

At the end of a difficult week, I would like to say a massive thank you to all the school leaders, teachers and staff who have show immense dedication as they step up to help this country tackle coronavirus.#StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/DOSg7EP2re

— Gavin Williamson (@GavinWilliamson) March 28, 2020

No decision has been made on when we will reopen schools.

I can reassure schools and parents that they will only reopen when the scientific advice indicates it is the right time to do so.

— Gavin Williamson (@GavinWilliamson) April 19, 2020