00:00In winter, there may be occasions when poor weather and heavy snow result in schools having
00:06to close their doors for a day or a few days at a time. In this instance, schools and other
00:11education settings reportedly set their own plans and policies on how to deal with adverse
00:16weather conditions. It's up to the school to decide whether it's safe to open, based
00:21on their risk assessment. Schools also consider if staffing levels can be met, since transport
00:26issues can prevent teachers from getting to work. Other things schools take into consideration
00:32include safety conditions around the school and temperatures in the school buildings.
00:37If you're wondering if your child's school may be closed because of the snow, then it's
00:41best to get in direct contact with the school. In many circumstances, schools will contact
00:47parents on messaging services or school apps. Schools will try to give parents as much notice
00:53as possible. It's always best to check your email, school app or school social media accounts
00:58regularly for updates.
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