Doncaster secondary school shuts down because of extreme heat
The Doncaster school has been closed to pupils
One of Doncaster’s biggest secondary schools has been shut down because of the extreme heat.
Hungerhill School in Edenthorpe has told pupils to stay away as temperatures soar, with amber heat alerts issued by the Met Office in place for Doncaster until Friday.
Sharing details to pupils and parents via social media, a spokesperson said: “Due to exceptionally high temperatures, Hungerhill School will close early today (Wednesday 24 June).
“The school will also be closed to all students tomorrow (Thursday 25 June), with remote learning provided.
“Parents and carers are asked to check their emails for an important letter outlining arrangements for Thursday 25 June and Friday 26 June 2026.
“Thank you for your continued understanding and support as we take the necessary steps to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff.”
The school closed at 1.10pm on June 24, an earlier message said because of “exceptionally high temperatures forecast for the coming days.”
A Met Office amber warning for extreme heat for Doncaster is in place until 23.59 on Friday.
A spokesperson said: “Hot and humid weather is expected to continue through the middle of the week, with exceptionally warm temperatures both day and night. -
“Population-wide adverse health effects are likely to be experienced, not limited to those most vulnerable to extreme heat, leading to potential serious illness or danger to life.
“Substantial changes in working practices and daily routines are likely to be required and failure of heat-sensitive systems and equipment is likely, with the probable loss of power and other essential services, such as water, electricity, gas or mobile phone services.
“Significantly more people are likely to visit coastal areas, lakes and rivers leading to increased risk of water safety incidents.
“Delays on roads and road closures are possible, along with delays and cancellations to rail and air travel, with potential for significant welfare issues for those who experience even moderate delays.”