The schools closing a week early include:Focus Trust’s chief executive Helen Rowland said: “We recognise the short notice may be an issue for some families but we hope that by taking the proactive and practical approach of extending the break, we can ensure that no one is forced to self-isolate over the holiday because of someone they have come into contact with at school.“The time will be made up later in the school year when it is safe and practical to do so and families will be informed of the new dates as soon as possible.’’ One single mum, whose children attend Manor Green Academy, told the M.E.N's Manchester Family she doesn't know how she will manage the extra week off.
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