in england's secondary schools, then pupils are asked to test at home like the rest of the uk. for these teenagers in stoke, tests and masks are trade—offs. i think that face—to—face teaching is obviously always the most important aspect of school because we, you know, online you can't get the same sort of support from teachers. i think it'sjust a case of, like, cracking on with it cos, like, if it's going to affect our education, i think you should just wear it, yeah. it's a bit stressful _ because it's always on my face and i can't really breathe. but i mean, it's obviously got- a positive side because it's helping people to stay safe. no—one wants a repeat of last year's empty classrooms. the worry is rising cases among staff. there are some big differences from last year — so year—group bubbles have gone, which should mean fewer pupils being sent home. and, of course, more teachers