It's three months since primary school pupils in Auckland were able to go to school as usual.
The Government has penciled in 15 November as the return date, but it could be earlier.
A decision is expected early next week, possibly on Monday. Principals are keen to hear the details.
Rowandale School principal Karl Vassau, and Finlayson Park School principal Shirely Maihi, both in Manurewa, spoke to Susie Ferguson.
