Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 17981

Schools: Temperature

Tabled: 13 July 2026
Answered: 17 July 2026

Question

Damian Hinds

ConservativeEast Hampshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the present period of extreme heat on the capacity of schools to remain safe and operational.

Answer

Josh MacAlister
The department recognises that heatwaves can disrupt pupils’ learning, attendance and wellbeing. We are committed to supporting schools and responsible bodies to maintain a safe learning environment during periods of extreme heat. While high temperatures ...

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