Sheffield secondary school announces closure due to 'power cut'

A Sheffield secondary school has announced it will be closed for a day due to a power cut.

Meersbrook-based Newfield School, part of the Mercia Learning Trust, has sent out a message to parents announcing the closure on Thursday (November 12).

They say they hope the power will be restored on Thursday afternoon and will keep parents informed about when school can reopen safely.

Their correspondence to parents, seen by The Star, reads: “Unfortunately, we had a power cut this afternoon and power will not be restored until tomorrow afternoon.

“Therefore, school will be closed tomorrow.

“We will keep you informed of any developments and are working hard to re-open the school as soon as we safely can.”

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