In the event of an emergency school closure, we will follow closely the advice of Surrey County Council as outlined below:

Emergency school closures

• The school will aim to remain open as far as possible.
• However, in extreme circumstances, where the safety of pupils may be compromised, it may be necessary to consider a full or partial closure.
• Where it is possible to remain to open for certain year groups, or to run a shortened day, we will do so. Where staff are available, as many children as possible will be provided for.
• The decision to close will be taken by the Headteacher, usually in partnership with the Chair of Governors.
• Possible reasons for a full or partial closure may include:
  • No heating
  • No water supply
  • No electricity
  • Insufficient staff (e.g. due to bad weather) to maintain the safety of pupils
  • Severe weather which makes the site and/or surrounding area unsafe

• If severe weather is forecast, we will put in place appropriate contingency measures such as gritting pathways etc. If possible, a message will be communicated to parents and carers to say that severe weather is expected and warning that closure is a possibility.

• Once the decision to close has been made, the Headteacher will ensure that the decision is clearly communicated to parents and carers. This will include a combination of:
  • Email message via Tucasi / ScoPay
  • Message on school website
  • Staff manning the gate at the start of the day, where possible
  • Message on local radio where the closure affects a wider number of schools in the area