The headteacher has issued the following notice regarding the closure of the school:

My main priority is to keep the school open as normal.  However, I need to close the school today at 3 pm as it cannot operate effectively or safely.  School will be closed tomorrow (Friday 8 January) but it is our intention to re-open on Monday 11 January. 

The decision has been taken due to safety concerns.  There is a weather warning of significant snowfall overnight.  The County Council have announced that they are unable to guarantee gritting all but the main roads and Bus Companies will not guarantee that public transport will be running.   There are also health and safety concerns as our supplies of grit have run out and no more is available for purchase.  There is also standing water inside the buildings and on staircases. 

Any child who has difficulty getting home or who feels unsafe about leaving the premises should make themselves known to their tutor OR subject teacher. 

He or she can then proceed to the Library Resource Centre where he or she will be supervised.  The office will help with their arrangements to get home.  If the school is not in session and there is doubt about opening, you should listen to messages on BBC Radio Newcastle, Century FM.  If the school is not mentioned then we are open.  Or refer to our website www.fram.durham.sch.uk. 

Any child who is unable to get home safely will be supervised until arrangements can be made.