Welsh Government DYSG eNewsletter: 20 March 2020 - Special Issue: 01

20 March 2020 • Special Issue: 01

WELSH EDUCATION NEWS

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Written Statement on Summer Examinations 2020

We are in an unprecedented period, one that is changing hour-by-hour, and governments around the world are having to make quick decisions.

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Childcare Offer for Wales payments

Childcare Offer for Wales payments will continue even if children do not attend due to coronavirus isolation. 

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Qualifications Wales: Letter on cancelling summer exams

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Statement from Minister for Education, Kirsty Williams, on school closures in Wales

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Queries on school closures and latest developments

We have had lots of questions about when schools will re-open. We have to respond quickly to unprecedented circumstances and can’t assume schools will re-open after Easter. It is under constant review and thanks for your patience.

Contact us

If you have an enquiry regarding your school, staff or an education policy related issue during this difficult time, you can contact the Welsh Government's education directorate via Covid-19Education@gov.wales 

Distance learning via Hwb

All maintained schools in Wales already have access to a range of digital tools that can support distance learning through the world-class Hwb digital learning platform, including virtual classrooms and video conferencing facilities.

A guide on what tools are available and how schools can use them has been developed

Online safety guidance and support

Guidance, support and education resources on all online safety issues, including screen time, social media, gaming and sharing images can be found on the Online safety zone on Hwb. Resources have been specifically tailored for practitioners, learners, governors and parents and carers.

Hwb helpdesk and information

E-mail: hwb@gov.wales

Phone: 03000 252525

Support Centre: https://hwb.gov.wales/support-centre

Distance Learning page: https://hwb.gov.wales/distance-learning

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