Hot Weather Arrangements

As you will be aware, weather warnings have been issued regarding the very high temperatures forecast for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We have undertaken a comprehensive risk assessment which takes into account a range of factors and necessary adjustments.

We also appreciate that a number of parents/carers have shared concerns with us about the extreme conditions. Temperatures are expected to peak in the mid-afternoon, coinciding with the end of the school day. In addition, some local schools are closing early, which is creating childcare issues for a number of staff.

Following our assessment, we are confident that the school can continue to operate safely, particularly as our buildings remain significantly cooler than outside temperatures due to our Air Handling Units (AHUs). However, we are making the following temporary adjustments and ask for your support.

Temporary Changes to the School Day

On Tuesday 23^rd, Wednesday 24^th and Thursday 25^th June the school day will finish early at 1.30pm.

Timetable for Tuesday 23 June	Years 7 & 8	Years 9 & 10
Arrival	8.30	8.40
Tutor	8.35 - 8.55	8.45 - 8.55
Period 1	8.55 - 10.10	8.55 - 10.10
KS3 break	10.10 - 10.30
Period 2	10.30 - 11.45	10.10 - 11.25
KS4 break		11.25 - 11.45
KS4 Period 3		11.45 - 12.45
KS3 Period 3a	11.45 - 12:00
Lunch	12.00 - 12.40	12.45 - 13.25
KS3 Period 3b	12.40 - 13.25
Tutor Bases	13.25	13.25
Dismissal / End of Day	13.30	13.30

Work for Period 4 will be set on Microsoft Teams for pupils to complete at home.

Provision will be made for any pupil who requires supervision until the end of the normal College day. Please contact Mrs Burge, Administration Manager at t-burge@garthhillcollege.com if you require this.

Additional adjustments for the rest of this week:

Blazers are not required during this period
Pupils are discouraged from wearing the optional jumper
Summer polo shirts may be worn
Tailored black/grey shorts or black PE shorts are permitted
PE lessons will take place indoors wherever possible
PE staff will take extra care when planning and delivering activities

Further advice for pupils:

Stay indoors as much as possible during the day
Pupils may remain inside during break and lunch
If outside, stay in shaded areas, wear a hat, and apply sunscreen
Keep well hydrated throughout the day

Bring a refillable water bottle (refill stations available in the restaurant)

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and keep arrangements under review throughout the week.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Yours faithfully

Keith Grainger

Principal