AN investigation into the cracks that forced the closure of Prudhoe High School for a minimum of six to nine months is likely to be concluded in a matter of weeks.
At a meeting held at neighbouring Highfield Middle School, parents were told that the cause of cracks appearing in the structure of the nine-year-old school building would likely be uncovered by Easter. However, the “best case scenario” still remains having pupils back on site by Christmas.
Youngsters will be travelling to Sunderland College's Washington Campus for the “foreseeable future” after the site was secured as an alternative. The move has been broadly supported by parents, despite the 34-mile round-trip.
Buses will be provided for pupils to and from school, although the details of transport are still being ironed out. Parents were also told that Portakabin classrooms would likely be brought on site, hopefully by September for the start of the new school year.
Headteacher Annemarie Moore praised the community's response. She said: “From me to you - thank you very much. I know having any child at home and having them access learning at home is not ideal.
“None of us wanted to be in this situation, but your children have been absolutely amazing. Despite the circumstances they find themselves in, through no fault of their own, have really shone.
“Thank you for supporting them. I know how difficult it can be. We have felt really supported by the community that is Prudhoe.”
The headteacher also said she was working alongside Hexham MP Joe Morris and the Department for Education to ensure youngsters sitting exams this year had the ...
At a meeting held at neighbouring Highfield Middle School, parents were told that the cause of cracks appearing in the structure of the nine-year-old school building would likely be uncovered by Easter. However, the “best case scenario” still remains having pupils back on site by Christmas.
Youngsters will be travelling to Sunderland College's Washington Campus for the “foreseeable future” after the site was secured as an alternative. The move has been broadly supported by parents, despite the 34-mile round-trip.
Buses will be provided for pupils to and from school, although the details of transport are still being ironed out. Parents were also told that Portakabin classrooms would likely be brought on site, hopefully by September for the start of the new school year.
Headteacher Annemarie Moore praised the community's response. She said: “From me to you - thank you very much. I know having any child at home and having them access learning at home is not ideal.
“None of us wanted to be in this situation, but your children have been absolutely amazing. Despite the circumstances they find themselves in, through no fault of their own, have really shone.
“Thank you for supporting them. I know how difficult it can be. We have felt really supported by the community that is Prudhoe.”
The headteacher also said she was working alongside Hexham MP Joe Morris and the Department for Education to ensure youngsters sitting exams this year had the ...
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The Chronicle (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 19, 2025