New September start date for pupils: 7^th September

Dear Parents,

We have recently had funding confirmed to carry out extensive improvements to our school over the summer holidays. This funding will allow us to upgrade crucial parts of the the heating systems across the entire school. Coupled with the insulated roof we have had installed in recent years, this will ensure the building is comfortable and warm for the children at KPNS. In addition to the heating works, our perimeter fencing and all school gates will be replaced or upgraded.

Although we are delighted to be in a position to carry out these improvements, the allocation of funding and project planning has been significantly delayed due to the Covid-19 situation. In fact, the engineers and designers are still finalising the details of these projects. The planned works are extensive and likely to cause significant disruption and upheaval. As a result, school governors have taken the decision to delay the date that children return to school in September until Monday 7^th September.

Delaying the start of term for children by 2 days will give staff time to ensure the school building and site are fully prepared and safe. We do acknowledge that this situation may cause parents some inconvenience, but given the extent of the planned works governors believe the delay is essential to ensure adequate preparation takes place prior to pupils returning.

Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Regards,

Peter Cresswell