Dear Parent/Carer,

Over the past couple of days I have been reviewing all of the advice coming out, consulted with staff and Governors and sadly have made the decision to close school to all children on Monday 4th Jan due to safety measures and staffing levels.

From Tuesday 5th Jan – Friday 8th Jan we will open to children of key workers and those most

vulnerable.  We will contact every parent tomorrow to discuss your individual child’s needs and also coordinate home learning, packed lunches and transport arrangements for school.

This has been an incredibly difficult decision to make and trust you understand why we have had to make it, particularly at such a late stage.  We will as ever continue to support our Dame Ellen families in the best way possible.

Please take care in these difficult times

With my very best wishes

Denise Fountain

Head Teacher