With schools returning tomorrow, parents and pupils should be aware that very low temperatures are forecast overnight, and there is currently no gritting in place on parts of the walking routes.

Please take extra care if you’re out and about:

- ❄️ Ice and frost likely, particularly on pavements, verges and untreated roads
- 👟 Wear suitable footwear and allow extra time for journeys
- 🚸 Children should walk cautiously and stay alert at all times

We also want to be clear that pressure will continue to be applied regarding school transport arrangements. Where children are expected to walk these routes daily, safe access and appropriate transport must be in place, particularly during winter conditions.

We are awaiting responses from the council and the SPSO. Due to the festive period, council offices have been closed, which has delayed formal replies—but this does not lessen the urgency of the situation.

We will continue to challenge the council, push for clarity on transport provision, and demand that child safety is properly prioritised. Thank you to all parents for your patience and for continuing to raise concerns.

👉 Please support and share our petition here: 

https://www.change.org/SandfordSafety

Every signature helps strengthen the case for safer routes and appropriate transport provision for our children.

Please look out for one another, and we will provide further updates as soon as we receive them.