Coronavirus: Bispham school closes its doors

Moor Park primary school on Moor Park Avenue in Bispham announced it would close after the school day tomorrow. (March 19)
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Addressing parents, headteacher Joanne Magson said: "I have had to make the very difficult decision to close the school from 3.15pm tomorrow – the 19th March 2020 - for all pupils. I have not made this decision lightly.

"Over the coming days and weeks, we cannot staff the school adequately to meet the needs and safety of the pupils.

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"I assure you that this decision has been made to keep all our families, staff and school community safe.

Moor Park primary school in Bispham will close on Thursday March 19 amid the coronavirus pandemic.Moor Park primary school in Bispham will close on Thursday March 19 amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Moor Park primary school in Bispham will close on Thursday March 19 amid the coronavirus pandemic.

"We are all facing very challenging times and we are working as hard as we can to do the best for everyone."

Mrs Magson said the school would respond to the daily guidance provided by the government, and would re-open as soon possible.

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