Schools in England and Wales could close to all but the most vulnerable pupils over the coming months if teachers vote to strike in early 2023. It could mean a return to the measures last seen during the pandemic, with mainstream education being shut down for the majority of children.
Members of the NASUWT, the National Association of Head Teachers and the National Education Union are currently voting on strike action with all the ballots closing by January 13. Meanwhile, the Association of School and College Leaders has already held a 'consultative ballot' last month and is deciding on its next steps.
The Telegraph reports. contingency plans are in place to avoid kids going without food or being subjected to neglect, abuse and criminal exploitation if classrooms close. But a source in a school leadership union told the newspaper they would be "very surprised" if schools shut down completely.
