Hundreds of pupils sent home as Banbury school forced to close following power failure
The school has apologised for the inconvenience and thanks all parents, carers and students for their “understanding and cooperation”.
Wykham Park Academy has sent pupils and staff home and told others not to attend today (Friday, November 13) following a power failure caused by an issue with its electrical substation.
The Banbury school announced the closure this morning, saying the loss of power meant it was unable to open to students and staff.
It said pupils already on site would be kept safe until they could be collected or arrangements made for them to return home.
School transport providers are also being informed of the closure.
In a message to parents and carers, the academy said: “Students should remain at home or return home immediately. If you have already started your journey to school, please return home.
“We will share further updates and information about home learning as soon as possible.
“We apologise for the inconvenience and thank all our parents, carers and students for their understanding and cooperation.”
Pupils have been asked to complete their SPARX homework online at home instead of attending school today.