A third heatwave of the year brings very high temperatures across the UK, with the Met Office indicating the most severe conditions are expected on Thursday and Friday. In response to the forecast, a number of schools announce early closures or remain closed, including in England and Wales. Reports say some schools close early on Friday due to risks linked to temperatures that could reach around 35C or 36C in parts of the country.
The Manchester Evening News and The Mirror both describe widespread school disruption planned for Friday, citing the heatwave’s peak conditions. WalesOnline reports similar measures for schools in Wales, with closures either for the day or earlier than usual. The closures are presented as precautionary steps aligned with each school’s local arrangements and the timing of the hottest weather.
While the lists differ by area and school, all outlets focus on the same underlying driver: forecast extreme heat over the Thursday–Friday period and resulting decisions by schools to adjust opening hours or shut temporarily for safety reasons.
