The General Secretary of the Irish National Teachers' Organisation (INTO) has said he would like to see primary schools re-opened on an "orderly, phased basis".
John Boyle said the INTO would want to make sure that protections are in place for students, parents and teachers before schools re-open.
Speaking on RTÉ's Today with Sean O'Rourke, Mr Boyle said there are ten weeks left in the primary school year so "it is feasible" if public health experts advise that primary schools could re-open at some stage in June, but added "it's a huge decision".
Mr Boyle said there have been no discussions between the INTO and the Department of Education and he said a working group needs to be set up with the department to examine the issues involved. L