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Schools: Air Conditioning

Asked by Adam DanceLiberal DemocratDepartment for EducationTabled Answered 23 March 2026UIN 121011

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of installing air filtration systems in schools in England.

Answered by Josh MacAlister

The department regularly reviews its guidance to ensure that it aligns with best practice and industry standards, supporting the delivery of high quality school environments.

The department has assessed the suitability of using air cleaning units, and the relevant information is included in our guidance on ventilation and indoor air quality in education and childcare settings, which can be accessed here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ventilation-and-air-quality-in-education-and-childcare-settings/ventilation-and-air-quality-in-education-and-childcare-settings.

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