2026-07-11 09:42 UTC
@desirable_dialogue@ni.hil.ist Head teachers do have the authority to close a school if they believe maintaining it open endangers students, but the consequences of doing so are severe enough that this something few will choose to do. Not just in the loss of education time: A school closure means parents may have to find someone to supervise the child at short notice, or even take time off work.
School isn't just for education: It's economy of scale childcare, key to keeping both parents in the workforce.
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@Qybat@batchats.net 2026-07-11 18:23
@desirable_dialogue@ni.hil.ist I will add that there is another option heads have with no serious downside: They can allow a temporary relaxation of uniform rules, allowing students to leave the usual tie and thick black blazer at home. Heads don't like doing this because the uniforms do have a purpose (and there's always one student who tries to see how far they can take it), but it's a standard response when a heat warning is issued.