Communication

If we are unable to open, we will communicate this via an email to parents and carers. Closure details will also be available via:

• The Hampshire County Council Emergency Closures website
• The Swanmore Facebook page
• The Swanmore Instagram page
• The Swanmore website

We encourage families to check these channels on mornings where disruptive weather is expected.

Full details can be found on our dedicated Unexpected School Closure Information page

Learning from Home

Based on our most recent parent survey, we are aware that not all families have access to suitable digital devices at home for learning. For this reason:

• Class teachers will set work for each timetabled lesson
• Work will be shared via ClassCharts
• Tasks will be designed to be completed independently

Transport

Disruptive weather can also affect the running of school buses, and we work closely with transport providers to share any information we receive as quickly as possible on affected days.

Q) The Biggest Challenge?

A) Supporting remote learning

Changes to routine, limited access to devices, shared spaces, and uncertainty around closures can all make it harder for students to stay focused and motivated. We understand that learning at home does not always replicate the structure and support of the school day.

Our aim during closures is therefore to:

• Provide clear, manageable work
• Maintain realistic expectations
• Support students in staying connected to their learning as best they can

How can you help?

Parental support plays an important role in helping students engage with learning during a closure. You can help by:

• Encouraging your child to check ClassCharts and be aware of their timetabled tasks
• Helping them establish a simple routine, even if this differs from a normal school day
• Reassuring them that effort matters more than perfection during unexpected disruption
• Letting us know if access to learning is particularly difficult, so we can offer guidance where possible

We appreciate that families will have different circumstances, and any support you are able to provide is valued.