Pandemics

Today we have been in receipt of the first batch of helpful advice regarding responses from schools in the event of a Flu Pandemic. We are all no doubt filled with dread at such a prospect and yet have to turn our minds to thoughts of measured and logical responses that aim to improve the safety of our children. Schools will be creating or revising their emergency planning and parents will be wondering how to manage having their children's schools closed for potentially long periods. With regard to any attempts to maintain an educational provision under such circumstances thoughts will turn to remote learning in it's various forms and also systems to allow rapid communications. Perhaps this will act as a spur to all of us to improve the opportunities for pupils to benefit from our Learning Platforms.
I hope above all else that when strategic decisions are being made, the safety of children and others is placed above logistical considerations.