In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, many elementary, junior high, and high schools are closed, and many private schools are also closed.

Educational institutions with financial resources and many staff members have been able to respond quickly, for example by implementing online classes using ICT.

Many schools and private schools in rural areas have limited capital and staff, and even though they are doing their best to respond, they are still left behind by educational institutions in urban areas, and this situation affects equal educational opportunities. In the event of a disaster, it is important that not only the government but also the private sector take active action.

However, we do not believe that this means offering classes for free. In order to operate as a sustainable system for the lesson providers, in principle, online classes will be charged, and small-group face-to-face classes will be held only when certain conditions are met. In order to support equal educational opportunities, ANR will provide educational support during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing regular free consultations and study support, and taking measures such as exempting or deferring tuition fees based on income, etc.