Education Minister Sue Ellery said the decision to keep schools open was based on health advice and balanced against the social and economic benefits of keeping children in school.
She said protective measures such as cleaning, masks and no external visitors were put in place to keep students and staff safe.
“Where we have a close contact, we will not hesitate to close schools, that’s what we’ve done,” Ms Ellery said.
Education Minister Sue Ellery says the decision to keep schools open was based on health advice.(
ABC News: Marcus Alborn)
She said every day at school counted, but ultimately the decision of whether or not to send their kids to school was up to parents.
“But education does matter and for many, many, many parents, attending work is critical for their economic survival,” she said.
Students from outside Perth who board in the city would be able to return home, Ms Ellery said, but would need to follow the same lockdown restrictions in place in Perth.
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