School closures

This involves members of the EIS union and is part of a national dispute relating to Reduction in Class Contact Time (RCCT) and the failure to agree on the nature and timescales of a reduction of teachers' class contact time to a maximum of 21 hours per week. Industrial Action is being undertaken in all local authorities in Scotland on a rolling basis.

Negotiations are continuing at a national level but it is important we prepare in case the proposed industrial action does go ahead.

Due to the numbers of union members potentially involved in strike action, an assessment is required to determine what schools we can open safely during the strike days.

The situation in each school will be different which means some schools in Perth and Kinross may be able to open, or partially open, while others will have to close on the 19 and 25 March. However, without resolution of this dispute ahead of these days it is highly likely that most schools will not be able to open fully.

We appreciate the uncertainty this will cause and your child`s school will keep you updated on an ongoing basis as we plan how best to deal with the effects of this industrial action. The needs of children, young people and families will be at the centre of our planning.