Sheffield school announces ‘power cut’ closure

A Sheffield secondary school is closed today due to a power cut.

Meersbrook-based Newfield School, part of the Mercia Learning Trust, sent out a message to parents yesterday today’s closure (Thursday, November 12).

The school is hopeful the power will be restored this afternoon.

Parents will be kept parent informed about when school can reopen safely.

In a message sent to parents yesterday, the school said: “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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