Coronavirus: Ā£1bn catch-up tutoring fund for England’s pupils

Jun 19, 2020

The most disadvantaged pupils will have access to tutors through a £350m programme over the next academic year.

Primary and secondary schools will be given £650m to spend on one-to-one or group tuition for any pupils they think need it.

Head teachers welcomed the funds, but said more details were needed.

Labour said ministers should convene a taskforce – involving trade unions and scientific and health experts – to help all pupils return to school safely as soon as possible.

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