How a new era of heatwaves could shake up the school calendar
Summary
Many UK schools have faced hot classroom conditions during recent heatwaves, with some closing or sending students home early. Experts and parents suggest changing the school calendar because rising temperatures, caused by climate change, are making traditional school schedules harder to manage.Key Facts
- UK schools in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland stayed open during early summer heatwaves, while Scottish schools were on holiday.
- Over 1,000 UK schools closed or sent students home early due to high indoor temperatures during heatwaves.
- High temperatures can reduce children's ability to focus and perform well in school exams.
- The UK's first 30°C day now comes about three weeks earlier compared to the 1960s.
- This summer had five heatwaves and broke temperature records, including 38°C in Norfolk in June.
- The Met Office warned about extreme heat, and health agencies issued warnings during recent months.
- Experts suggest rethinking the timing of school holidays to avoid the hottest periods.
- Climate change is causing longer and earlier hot seasons in the UK, increasing the chance of heat-related school disruptions.
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