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Schools Delay Start for World Cup | London News
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- Jul 4, 2026
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Summary
Schools across a few UK districts are letting students sleep in to catch England’s World Cup match, delaying start times from as early as 9:45 AM — a rare nod to football fandom. Oaks Park High in South London, Annfield Plain Infant in County Durham, and St Patrick’s RC High in Salford are among those adjusting schedules, though all still expect students to be in class. The Education Secretary says older kids can handle the game without missing school, but urges parents to manage bedtime routines. The move was sparked by England’s manager, who encouraged young fans to support the team during this crucial knockout stage — proving that even school bells can bend for the Three Lions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/038bbf19c281bc49