SNOW & CLOSURE PROCEDURES

The decision to close the school is based on two key factors.

• Staffing: How many teachers are able to get to school safely. They themselves may be delayed
• Access to the school site:

If access to the school is deemed to be hazardous or there is clearly going to be insufficient teachers to teach the children, then the Chair of Governors & Headteacher will make the decision to close the school. 

We will endeavour to do this as early as possible as we appreciate school closures effect many people. However, there are many factors to consider:

• The safety of children
• The safety of staff. They need to assess their own circumstances and  then arrive safely to assess the school site.
• Changeable weather
• The effect on all parties involved

What can you do to help?

1. DO NOT CALL SCHOOL – We cannot man the phones and you block the line for essential calls.
2. Monitor the school communication (school website, school email, Bucks school closures)
3. Send a packed lunch if there is a possibility that hot meals may not be delivered
4. Support the school. School closure can be an inconvenience, however the school will always make considered decision based on the information available.

Lunches

If there is snow, then our lunches may not be delivered even if we are open. If in doubt, please send your child with a packed lunch. If hot meals cannot be delivered this may be considered as a contributing factor for school closure, as we cannot feed the children.

Snow During the School Day

If the school closes during the day, we will share this with parents.in the ways stated above. It is impractical to phone every parent so please make sure you monitor the website & pass on information to others.

If You Work Out of Area

Please make arrangements with a parent who is closer to school so they can collect your child. Please let school know of this arrangement