Schools should open where "reasonably practicable" in the severe weather, England's education department says.

To read more go to http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8448262.stm

The headteacher is also thinking that if they don't shut the schools down, the absences might damage their Ofsted reports.

But I think the main concern for the headteacher is the safety of pupils and the staff. They wouldn't surely take the decision of shutting the schools down just for the Ofsted report. Or they would not have the school open if it won't be safe for the staff and the pupils to get to the schools!

Whatever the case I hope and pray that everyone stays safe in this weather and good luck to all as more snow is expected over the weekend!

Have a warm, cosy, snowy weekend!

P.S. Please look out for elderly neighbours and relatives especially in this weather!