Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
Summary
The leader of the UK's largest teaching union, Daniel Kebede, says schools must change to handle extreme heat caused by climate change. He suggests adjusting school schedules, improving buildings, and moving exams from hot summer months to protect students and teachers.Key Facts
- Daniel Kebede is the general secretary of the National Education Union (NEU) in the UK.
- This summer, some UK classrooms reached temperatures above 40°C, causing many schools to close.
- Around 760,000 students missed lessons in England and Wales during the June heatwave.
- Kebede recommends retrofitting old school buildings to better handle heat.
- He suggests changing school hours, holiday timings, and exam schedules to avoid the hottest periods.
- Teachers reported that extreme heat disrupted learning, causing tiredness and discomfort.
- The heatwaves affected especially children in poorer areas, where homes are less suited for cooling.
- Kebede calls for a large government plan to upgrade schools and create jobs through building and apprenticeships.
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