Striking over reforms 

On Wednesday the majority of schools across the country will close.

With disagreements between the government and public sector ongoing, teachers have decided strike over proposed pension reforms.

Changing plans due to the strikes

Teachers’ strikes can have a real effect on the daily lives of members of the school community. Closures can mean parents have to take the day off work, after school clubs have to extend their hours or child minders take on extra bookings.

This means it’s vital for pupils, parents and staff to know whats happening at their school.

Problems communicating

Predictions suggest that most people will be affected by upcoming school strikes, with 90% of schools and colleges closing on Wednesday. However, many members of your community may be unaware whether this figure includes their own school.

Papers, radio and local newspapers are often unreliable and unspecific, lacking up to the minute information or contingency plans made by schools themselves.

Spreading the message

Luckily, we’ve seen many customers using School Jotter to keep everyone informed about the strikes.

Schools have taken advantage of the easy to use web editor, providing real time updates on their position during the strikes. Rather than only updating the LEA or national sites, many have decided School Jotter is an easier, more effective way to reach everyone affected.

Others have decided to upload recent newsletters online after recognising the issues with sending home paper copies.

At a time when communication is key, users of School Jotter have found their websites are often the most effective way to ensure pupils, parents and staff are notified about upcoming developments.