Powys schools to close “until further notice”
Powys education chiefs were left red faced last night after Welsh Education Minister Kirsty Williams announced two hours after Powys that schools would not be allowed to open until January 18, a week after Powys.
And now this evening, Powys have changed their mind again by saying they will now inform parents when they believe schools can re-opened.
Schools in Powys will remain open for children of critical workers and vulnerable learners, as well as for learners who need to complete essential exams or assessments.
The council also said that all Early Years education providers delivering 3+ funded early years education should open to support vulnerable children and children of keyworkers.
All Early Years childcare including Flying Start childcare will aim to remain open for all children aged between 0 -5 years, the council said.
Cllr Phyl Davies, Cabinet Member for Education, said: “Keeping our schools open is one of the main priorities. However, the situation is very serious and it is important that we all follow the advice to stay at home and protect our health service.
“Schools will remain open for children of critical workers as well as vulnerable learners where absolutely necessary. However, it is important that children remain at home wherever possible, as this is the safest place for everyone.
“Any decision that sees learners return to school will be based on the latest medical and scientific advice. We need to keep all our learners and school staff safe.
“We are also aware of the wellbeing and safeguard concerns for our learners so will be working with all our partners to ensure the safest and most appropriate way forward is planned out for our schools.”
He said that schools will provide parents and carers with further information and support on learning from home.
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