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BAD WEATHER PROCEDURE

In the event of extreme weather conditions the following procedure will take place.

We will endeavour to keep school open, but if the weather deteriorates and

conditions become worse we may have to close in the interests of everyone’s health

and safety.

School closure is not taken lightly and done after discussions with other local schools

and governors.

If school is closed then our procedure for informing parents remains the same. A text

message will be sent as soon as possible and I would ask that everyone takes care

when coming to and leaving school. If necessary some pathways, entrances and

exits will be closed. We will direct you to the safest pathway.

Please ensure your child has the correct clothing for school during the bad

weather; i.e: Hat, scarf, gloves, coat and also a change of shoes if wearing

Wellington boots.

Thank you for your understanding and patience in this matter.

For Derbyshire County Council's adverse weather policy please open the pdf

attachment below.

• Unauthorised leave of absence 2017

  Mon 03 Jul 2017

   

  IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PARENTS/CARERS

  Unauthorised leave of absence during term time

  On 6th April 2017 the Supreme Court appeal, in relation to the Platt v Isle of Wight case, determined that under section 444(1) of the Education Act 1996 attending school ‘regularly’ means:

  "in accordance with the rules prescribed by the school"

  PLEASE NOTE

  Therefore, from 1st September 2017, if requested, Derbyshire County Council will consider the issue of a penalty notice for any period of holiday absence which has not been authorised by the Headteacher regardless of a child’s wider school attendance.