Important: Hot weather arrangements for this week

Dear Parents and Carers,

I hope you are well. As you will know, we are expecting a period of very high temperatures in Kent this week. To ensure our students remain comfortable and safe, we are implementing the following temporary measures at The Sittingbourne School from Tuesday to Friday:

• Uniform Relaxations: Students are not required to wear ties. They may wear black tailored shorts. If they do not own smart shorts, plain black or navy blue sports/football shorts will be permitted for this week. Students may also wear trainers. 

• Cooler Classrooms: We will be re-rooming classes that are usually in the warmer parts of the school into available air-conditioned spaces.

• Hydration: We are extending the time between lessons so students can refill their water bottles.

• Early Finish for Period 6: Period 6 will end slightly early at 3:05 pm to allow students (especially those taking the bus) extra time to hydrate before their journey home.

• Break & Lunch Sun Shelter: The Axis room will be open during break and lunchtimes, providing an air-conditioned space for students to shelter from the sun.

We will continue to closely monitor the situation throughout the week and will make further adjustments if necessary. Please ensure your child comes to school with a reusable water bottle and sun protection.

While we are making these adjustments to keep everyone comfortable, school remains open and full attendance is still expected.

Thank you for your continued support.

Kind regards,

Mr Smith