But a survey of more than 7,500 parents by Childcare.co.uk found 18 per cent want the summer break to be cancelled as a result. (Image: Getty Images)Parents also voiced their support to open more temporary schools so children can 'return as safely as possible'. However, the majority of parents surveyed (82 per cent) want the summer holidays to remain in place, with many arguing it provides a time to relax and take a break. "However with the summer holidays around the corner naturally the question being asked is will children still have a summer break, or will schools remain open to catch up on time missed in the classroom? "We wanted to find out how parents felt about the subject, with many understandably concerned about the impact school closures is having on their children’s education.

Source: Daily Mirror June 21, 2020 10:52 UTC