West Midlands schools set to close early amid hot weather warnings
Several schools have put in plans to close early or for longer periods due to the extreme weather.
A number of schools across the region are set to close their doors either early or for longer periods after Amber and Red weather warnings were issued.
Two schools in Kidderminster and one in Bewdley have put in plans to close after warnings that the weather may reach up to 40°C (104°F) across Wyre Forest.
In Kidderminster, according to the Worcestershire County Council website, Birchen Coppice Academy will close at 1pm from Tuesday to Thursday due to the heatwave. while ContinU Plus Academy will be closed for pupils at 1.30pm each day for the rest of the week.
In Bewdley, Wribbenhall School said it will be closed from Tuesday to Thursday to safeguard the health and safety of pupils.
Further information about school closures in Worcestershire can be found on the Worcestershire Council School Closures website.
In Wolverhampton, Claregate Primary School has confirmed that it will close at 1pm on Wednesday and Thursday, with parents asked to ensure children are picked up no later than 1.15pm.
We will keep you informed of any planned closures.
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