Home Learning to Start Tomorrow

Ballakermeen headteacher Graeme Corrin has written to parents outlining how many days their children will be required to work from home.

Earlier today the DESC said some students would have to work from home as it can’t secure their safety during break times.

In the letter, Mr Corrin said: ‘I am sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but due to the current situation with escalation of industrial action relating to a trade dispute, it will be necessary for specific year groups to complete a cycle of home learning.

‘Despite a concerted effort to continue to operate as normal, we are currently unable to operate the school safely throughout the whole school day. This has left us with no option but to ask some of our students to study from home on specific days.’

He added: ‘You will note that we intend to ensure that Year 7, 11 and Sixth Form students attend school every day. For those students required to study at home, work will be available via the subject specific Google Classrooms. In addition, your child’s teacher will be available during normal timetabled lesson times to answer queries and provide guidance.

‘I fully appreciate the impact that this will have on our young people and families and I must apologise for the disruption. I will keep you informed if we are able to make any changes to this arrangement and can only apologise again for having to make this request.’