Details on how school closures should be decided and who they should contact.
The decision to close or partially close a school lies with the Headteacher, wherever possible, in consultation with the Chair of Governors. The decision should be based on access to essential services (heating etc), staffing levels and transport safety.
Procedure and guidance
- Emergency Closure Procedure (pdf format, 122Kb)
- Using the radio to tell parents - guidance and contacts (pdf format, 123Kb)
- School closures as the result of a pandemic (pdf format, 68Kb)
Contact details
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List of schools closed
A list of emergency and planned school closures can be found at www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/schoolclosures.