Wolsingham School Cancels Heating Shutdown Plan Amid Parent Concerns

The school intended to switch off heating for a day to promote sustainability, but backlash from parents led to postponement.

Wolsingham School in County Durham planned a 'Blue Nose Day' to raise environmental awareness by turning off heating for a day.
Parents expressed concerns about student welfare, citing potential health risks and disruption to learning.
The event, initially scheduled for October 18, 2024, has been postponed to the summer term of 2025.
The school's Climate Action Team, which organized the event, has previously implemented measures to reduce single-use plastics.
School authorities decided to maintain regular heating after discussions with parents and will communicate new plans for the event next year.