Voices: ‘Move the summer holidays’: Readers on how schools should adapt to extreme heat
The UK is experiencing a heatwave, leading to discussions about how schools should adapt to extreme heat. Some readers believe that schools should close during heatwaves, while others argue that parents are responsible for their children's care. The community is divided on the issue, with many suggesting longer-term solutions such as redesigning school buildings or rethinking term dates.
- ▪Some readers think schools should close during heatwaves to prioritize children's wellbeing.
- ▪Others argue that parents are responsible for their children's care and schools should not be expected to solve every problem created by hot weather.
- ▪A number of readers suggest practical adaptations such as relaxed uniform rules, earlier start times, or improved cooling systems.
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NewsUKHome Newsyour views‘Move the summer holidays’: Readers on how schools should adapt to extreme heatOur community is divided on whether schools should close during heatwaves, but many agree Britain needs longer-term solutions – from adapting school buildings to rethinking term dates – as extreme temperatures become more commonFriday 26 June 2026 07:00 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b3002812","articleMeta":{"url":"https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/uk-heatwave-school-closures-parents-summer-holidays-b3002812.html","title":"‘Move…
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