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NAPLAN examinations cancelled due to coronavirus disruptions, but schools to remain open

NAPLAN examinations cancelled due to coronavirus disruptions, but schools to remain open

By education and parenting reporter Conor Duffy

Updated.

March 20, 2020 14: 32:35

NAPLAN examinations will be cancelled this year due to widespread disturbance to schools brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

Bottom line:

  • The Education Council Chair says the decision is based upon the “very best” medical guidance
  • This year’s tests were scheduled for May
  • The Education Council says medical officers are still stating schools must remain open

This year’s examinations were set up for May, however with high absence, some independent schools working remotely and public s



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