Coronavirus: Scientists question school closures impact
We have entered the third week since UK schools closed to pupils, with the exception of looking after the children of key workers and vulnerable students.
Chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty also explained that schools were"not dangerous" for children during the pandemic, but that the decision to close them would slow the rise of infections.The government says it will be guided by the science in terms of when to lift any of the restrictions it has put in place to help slow and suppress the disease.
There's also the staff to consider - some may be in high risk groups who should not work away from home.
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