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Hot weather and your child's school: what you need to know

Posted by: evansj, Posted on: 3 July 2026 - Categories: Schools, Students
Three children with backpacks on walk in sunny weather. Text on image reads: Hot weather and your child's school: what you need to know

With higher temperatures, we know parents and carers can have questions about how schools are managing the heat and what it means for their child's day.   Schools are generally expected to remain fully open, with sensible adjustments made to reflect local conditions and the unique …

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