SCHOOLS across the UK are allowing pupils a LATE start tomorrow after the Euros 2024 Final – will your kids get a lie in?
As the nation prepares to watch England v Spain go head-to-head in the last nail-biting clash, some children can also look forward to a later start in the morning.
With kick-off at 8pm, some schools realise this will be way beyond bedtime for many young pupils.
To allow youngsters the chance to enjoy watching Gareth Southgate’s men give it their all to bring it home, a handful of headteachers will delay the register.
Moor End Community Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
The beloved Lancashire primary school will be keeping register open until 10am.
However, the premises will be open from normal, as staff are unfortunately still expected to pitch up on time.
If England do win, pupils are allowed to come in wearing red or white, or an England shirt.
A spokesperson said: “On Sunday, I’m aware a lot of children will be having a late night watching the football. Because of this, I’ve made the decision to have a slow start for the registers on Monday morning.
“If coming after 9am, they will need to come through the main reception as the gates will still be locked.
“As the children came into school yesterday singing, fingers crossed, It’s coming home!”
St Peter’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn
This Blackburn educational establishment will permit students to rock up as late as 10.30am.
But, those who arrive any time after this will be marked down as late.
The school will be open from the usual time for any students and parents who require it.
And, their breakfast club will be operating as usual from the regular hour.
ENGLAND began their Euros final campaign in Germany on June 16.
The team topped Group C despite only winning one match.
But that’s all behind them now as they prepare to take on Spain in the final on July 14.
Here’s their route to the final:
June 16 – vs Serbia: England win 1-0 with a goal from Jude Bellingham in the 13th minute.
June 20 – vs Denmark: Ended 1-1 after Harry Kane’s 18th minute strike was cancelled out by Morten Hjulmand.
June 25 – vs Slovenia: The match ended goalless but England topped the group with five points.
June 30 – vs Slovakia: In the last 16 clash Jude Bellingham saved England from being knocked out with a 91st minute equaliser. In extra time Harry Kane secured the win for the Three Lions.
July 6 – vs Switzerland: The quarter-final ended 1-1 after extra time with Bukayo Saka‘s reply to Breel Embolo’s strike. England won 5-3 on penalties.
July 10 – vs Netherlands: Another last gasp goal – this time by Ollie Watkins – saw England head into the final against Spain. Harry Kane scored from the spot to cancel out Xavi Simons’ 9th minute goal.
July 14 – vs Spain: England are in their first final on foreign soil and will be hoping to see off the challenge of Spain who won the Euros in 1964, 2008 and 2012.
A spokesperson said: “With the Euros final kicking off at 8pm Sunday, we do expect some late nights.
“In order for our children to have a good sleep and start their final week refreshed, the registers will be open until 10.30am on Monday.”
Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Accrington
Pupils at Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School have been treated to a glorious 11.am start – that most working adults up and down the country can only dream of.
A spokesperson said: “In order that everyone can enjoy watching the football on Sunday (and hopefully celebrate a win), school will start on Monday at the later time of 11.00am for all pupils.
“Pupils must wear school uniform and breakfast will be available in the diner from 10.00am.
“Pupils will finish at 3.00pm as usual. Pupils who use the school bus will need to make alternative arrangements in the morning.
“If your child is on the Y10 Blackpool trip they need to arrive at school by 9.30am and do not need to wear school uniform. The coach will leave school at 10.00am and return to school at 6.30pm.”
St Charles’ Roman Catholic Primary School in Rishton
In true footie spirit, this school is keeping the register open until 10.3am.
Head teacher Mr Kennedy, said he wanted to allow pupils the opportunity to potentially watch “history in the making”.
The Euro 2024 final will be broadcast live on BOTH BBC One and ITV1.
All of the games at the European Championships have been aired on either BBC or ITV during the tournament.
You will be able to live stream the final for FREE on either BBC iPlayer or ITVX.
Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog.
Moor End Community Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
Register open until 10am
Students allowed to wear red, white or England shirt if the team win
St Peter’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn
10.30am start time
Breakfast club open as usual
Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Accrington
11.am start time
Pupils to finish at the normal hour of 3pm
St Charles’ Roman Catholic Primary School in Rishton
Register open until 10.30am
