Every child deserves full access to education, regardless of their needs. Reducing school hours compromises this fundamental right.

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Discriminating due to SEND

If your child's school is an LA funded SEND school, this equally applies to you as us. Especially with 38 councils signing Safety Valve agreements.

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On the 22nd March 2024, parents of students at Harlow Fields School & College were informed about a significant proposed change to the school day. The school is considering a revision to the current schedule, which equates to a 9% reduction in the total school hours. This proposal would see the school day starting later and ending earlier than it currently does, affecting all students.

Lesson time is also being cut by 20% (50 minutes a day), 50 minutes a day over a typical 12 week term is 50 HOURS. That's 50 hours of education being taken away from the must vulnerable students in the education system.

The rationale provided for this change centres on the need for additional staff training. While the development of teaching staff is crucial for maintaining high educational standards, the proposed reduction in school hours raises serious concerns. The impact on children’s learning, development, and daily routines cannot be underestimated. Furthermore, this decision poses challenges for working parents, disrupting carefully balanced schedules and potentially affecting their ability to work.

This proposal would NOT be considered for a mainstream school, but has the backing of Essex County Council.

The same council who the BBC ran the headline a week ago (15th March 2024)

Essex is the worst in England for Send assessments

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Watch the BBC news item

This website has been created as a platform to unify and amplify our voices against the proposed changes. We believe in the importance of a full educational day for our children's growth, learning, and well-being.

We urge you to sign the petition,  email the school & email your local MP for Harlow Robert Halfon

Lets work together to ensure that every child at Harlow Fields School & College receives the full, enriching education they deserve.

Your support is vital in making our voices heard and in protecting the educational rights of our children.

Our voices are louder together..