The Kings School Snow Report

Friday 8th January 2010 - 6.30am

The King's School and the Highfield Preschool are open today.

Parents are to use their discretion if they believe it is unsafe for their children to travel to and from school.

Please note the following important points;

1. Travel - the side roads and lanes around the school have not been gritted -please drive with great caution. I would not recommend the use of Cooters End Lane unless you are driving a 4x4, and more nervous drivers may also wish to avoid the steep climb up Bloomfield Road.
For those using the M1, the lanes from Junction 9 through Kinsbourne Green are likely to be very slippery and the main roads from junction 10 are probably a safer option.
The road from Caddington to the A1081 was closed at 1am this morning and this will probably remain shut.
The stretch of road from Bupa to the school is very slippery (especially as you turn into the school gate) and the school driveway and parking areas still have the original snow from Tuesday evening on the ground. Please be very careful and considerate of others! Drive VERY cautiously on both the school site and the Highfield oval as there is still a lot of snow on the ground.

2. Uniform. For today, pupils need not wear uniform but may wear clothing suitable for very cold weather. Sensible shoes, water resistant and with good traction are important. Girls are to note that make up and accessories are still not allowed and their hair should still be clipped back out of their faces!

3. Snow is forecast for the late afternoon -Please do not be late to collect your child!