Petition · past parliament
Shut Preschools and Nurseries.
Rejected
14 signatures
What the petition asks
We would like the Government to put play workers into consideration and Shut Preschools and Nurseries, which would then re-open in February, along with secondary schools and colleges.
The new variant of the virus is spread more easily in children, as said by scientists.
When ALL Educational Establishments shut last August, the amount of deaths/new infections dropped dramatically. Why isn't this being put into consideration?
On a day to day basis, up to 30 bubbles mix everyday in a Nursery and Preschool.
This is just as dangerous as a secondary school or college.
Children 3-5 will not wear a mask and do NOT understand social distancing.
When ALL Educational Establishments shut last August, the amount of deaths/new infections dropped dramatically. Why isn't this being put into consideration?
On a day to day basis, up to 30 bubbles mix everyday in a Nursery and Preschool.
This is just as dangerous as a secondary school or college.
Children 3-5 will not wear a mask and do NOT understand social distancing.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: Shut all nurseries and early years settings during lockdown
Timeline
| 4 Jan 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 5 Jan 2021 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
14
Status
Rejected
Rejected
5 Jan 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.