I must begin by saying that at this unprecedented time, your kind messages of encouragement, support and gratitude have been so gratefully received.
You will no doubt have heard the news that schools in England will be closed until further notice from Monday. The exception being for vulnerable students and children of key workers. We are yet to receive clear guidance as to the definition of ‘key worker’; however, in order for us to make plans for Monday to look after and occupy those pupils who need to attend would you please inform us if you consider yourself to be a key worker, your job role and your employer. We will then be able to confirm this once we have clearer government guidance. I would be grateful if you could email this information to contact@hacton.havering.sch.uk .
Hacton at Home
Yesterday your child brought home their individual log in for our online learning platform. This should be used to access all the teaching and learning materials for your child whilst the school is closed.We are today sending home packs of additional work and textbooks for children to complete their online work in. I must stress that there is not an expectation that work is printed or sent back on the online system.
Along with the weekly teaching materials, there are a number of high quality, free online resources that can be used to support your child and to keep them busy. A list of these is available on the ‘Hacton at Home’ page on our website.
Remember to keep in touch with us and send us pictures of the work you are doing by emailing hactonathome@hacton.havering.sch.uk .
Safeguarding our pupils
Whilst our school is closed, it is really important to remember that the safeguarding of our pupils is everyone’s responsibility and should you need to make contact with a member of our school safeguarding team, please contact the school office and a member of the team will make contact with you.I have been so impressed by the way we have pulled together over the past few weeks. When things are sent to test us it forces us to reflect on what’s important and the strength that the Hacton community has shown truly is the reason for our continued success.
I will be in touch when I have further clarity and information for you.
Keep safe.
Mrs Leslie
Headteacher
