Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for further education

Where to find the latest advice and guidance from the Department of Education for Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Where is the information published

DfE Coronavirus (COVID-19) information is published on GOV.UK and collected into sections depending on the type of education setting you work in.

Apprenticeship service coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for employers and training providers has also been published.

Further and higher education: coronavirus (COVID-19)

ESFA Update newsletter also provides guidance for organisations who work directly with the agency.

Keeping up to date with GOV.UK guidance

You can keep up to date with changes to coronavirus guidance by signing up for alert notifications. Additionally, you can register for news alerts from the ESFA.

Get help

If you have a query about coronavirus (COVID-19) relating to schools, other educational establishments, and children's social care, in England contact our helpline.

Telephone 0800 046 8687 

Lines are open from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. 

If you work in a school, please have your unique reference number (URN or UK PRN) available when calling the helpline.