Thousands of children across the Black Country have been granted an unexpected 'snow day' on Friday, January 9, as a wave of school closures sweeps the region. The decision comes in response to heavy snowfall delivered by Storm Goretti on Thursday evening, which has blanketed streets and prompted major safety concerns.
Early Decisions for Safety
Many schools took the proactive step to announce closures ahead of the worst weather. Among them was Bilston Church of England Primary School, whose headteacher informed parents the closure was 'in the interests of the safety of everyone'.
A letter sent to families on Thursday confirmed the shutdown and noted that children would be provided with work to complete at home. The communication also praised site staff for their efforts in maintaining safety during the week's variable conditions.
Complete List of Affected Schools
The following schools have confirmed they will be closed on Friday due to the adverse weather conditions. This list is being updated throughout the morning as more announcements are made.
- Alder Coppice Primary School, Sedgley
- Ashwood Park Primary School, Wordsley
- Beacon Hill Academy, Sedgley
- Bilston Church of England Primary School
- Blandford Mere Primary School, Kingswinford
- Blowers Green Primary School, Dudley
- Brierley Hill Primary School
- Brockmoor Primary School, Brierley Hill
- Bromley Hills Primary School, Kingswinford
- Brook Primary School, Wordsley
- Christ Church CofE Primary School, Coseley
- Church of Ascension CofE Primary School, Wall Heath
- Cotwall End Primary School, Sedgley
- Cradley CofE Primary School, Cradley
- Crestwood Park Primary School, Kingswinford
- Crestwood School, Kingswinford
- Dawley Brook Primary School, Kingswinford
- Dingle Community Primary School, Kingswinford
- Ellowes Hall Sports College, Lower Gornal
- Fairhaven Primary School, Kingswinford
- Glynne Primary School, Kingswinford
- Greenfield Primary School, Stourbridge
- Halesbury School, Halesowen
- Halesowen CofE Primary School
- Howley Grange Primary School, Halesowen
- Huntingtree Primary School, Halesowen
- Hurst Hill Primary School, Coseley
- Jesson's CofE Primary School, Dudley
- Kates Hill Primary School, Dudley
- King's Hill Primary School, Darlaston
- Lapal Primary School, Halesowen
- Leasowes High School, Halesowen
- Link Academy, Netherton
- Maidensbridge Primary School, Wall Heath
- Netherbrook Primary School, Netherton
- Netherton CofE Primary School
- Northwood Park Primary School, Wolverhampton
- Oldwinford CofE Primary School
- Olive Hill Primary Academy, Halesowen
- Pedmore High School, Stourbridge
- Pegasus Academy, Dudley
- Penn Hall School, Wolverhampton
- Peters Hill Primary School, Amblecote
- Priory Primary School, Dudley
- Q3 Academy, Tipton
- Queen Victoria Primary School, Sedgley
- Ridgewood High School, Wollaston
- Roberts Primary School, Lower Gornal
- Rufford Primary School, Stourbridge
- Russells Hall Primary School, Dudley
- Sledmere Primary School, Dudley
- South Staffordshire College - all sites
- St James Academy, Dudley
- St Margaret's at Hasbury Primary School, Halesowen
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Brierley Hill
- St Mary's CofE Primary School, Kingswinford
- St Michael's CofE High School, Rowley Regis
- Straits Primary School, Lower Gornal
- Summerhill School, Kingswinford
- Sutton School, Dudley
- The Dormston School, Sedgley
- The Earls High School, Halesowen
- The Old Park School, Brierley Hill
- The Wenlock School, Dudley
- The Wordsley School
- Thorns Collegiate Academy, Quarry Bank
- Villiers Primary School, Bilston
- Westcroft School, Wolverhampton
- Wilkinson Primary School, Bilston
- Withymoor Primary School, Brierley Hill
- Walsall Studio School
- Wrens Nest Primary School, Dudley
Ongoing Disruption Across the Region
The widespread closures highlight the significant impact Storm Goretti has had on the Midlands. The heavy snow that fell on Thursday has made many routes treacherous, leading education authorities to prioritise the safety of pupils, staff, and parents. Residents are advised to check with their local school or council website for the very latest updates before travelling.
This weather-induced disruption serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by severe winter conditions to local infrastructure and daily routines. Parents are encouraged to ensure children have suitable learning materials at home where provided, and to stay informed as the situation develops.
