School and childcare closures

School and childcare settings may need to close at short notice in emergency situations - bad weather or broken heating, for example.

The headteacher, governing body or setting manager are responsible for making the decision to close.

It's the school or setting's responsibility to let you know if you child's school or nursery need to close.

We'll publish information on this page if schools and settings tell us they will be closed.

Always check with your child's school or setting if you're not sure they're open.