In the event of disruption caused by heavy snow the prime concern of the school must always be the safety of pupils and staff.
The decision to close the school will take account of the safety of all our pupils and staff.
In line with our Remote Learning Policy, teachers will provide class-specific learning via Purple Mash and Teams, from the day after the first full day of school site closure.
We will always endeavour to keep the school open, even during severe weather, as long as it is safe to do so for children, families and staff.
We understand that in bad weather, some children may arrive later than usual. If you anticipate a delay, please contact the school to let us know your child is on the way so we can update the register accordingly.
In rare cases, families may become temporarily cut off or unable to travel, even when most children are able to reach school. In these exceptional circumstances, parents must inform the school so we can clarify the situation and formally authorise the absence with the Local Authority.
Please note:
Assuming the school is closed without confirmation,
or failing to inform us of the reason your child cannot attend,
may result in the absence being recorded as un-authorised.
If extreme weather leads to a closure decision, we will text families as soon as possible. Updates may also be shared via ParentMail, so please ensure the email address linked to your primary contact account is up to date.
In the event that school opens as normal but conditions deteriorate during the day, we will aim to remain open until the end of the school day where possible. If this becomes unsafe due to treacherous roads, we will contact you by text and ask that children are collected as soon as possible.
Verbal permission will be accepted for children to be collected by a nominated adult.
Lessons may be adapted, and children will be supervised in safe groups while awaiting collection.
We also appreciate that staff will make every reasonable effort to travel to school, though some journeys may take longer than usual, and therefore staff may arrive later than the usual start time.
Additional precautions may include:
Asking children to bring packed lunches if kitchen staff are unable to travel safely,
or notifying families if it becomes necessary.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. We will always place safety first, while doing our very best to maintain learning and normal routines for the children.