A primary school in Wednesbury is set to close early tomorrow after announcing it will provide a free lunch for all pupils. The decision, communicated to parents via a letter, cites unforeseen circumstances that have forced the school to alter its usual schedule.
School Closure Details
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located on Manor House Road, will shut its doors at 1:30pm on Friday, 10 November. All pupils will receive a free school meal before leaving, ensuring no child goes without lunch. The school has asked parents to make arrangements for early pick-up.
The letter, sent by headteacher Mrs. K. Smith, explains: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have taken the decision to close the school early tomorrow. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause." It adds that the school will reopen as normal on Monday.
Impact on Families
Parents have been urged to collect their children promptly at the new closing time. After-school clubs and activities are also cancelled. The school has not specified the nature of the unforeseen circumstances, but reassures families that all children will be supervised until collected.
This closure affects approximately 200 pupils. The school has a Good rating from Ofsted and serves a diverse community.
