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CGS Re-open Monday 25 August
The school will re-open on Monday 25 August at 9.00 am.
The emergency closure of the school on Thursday was necessitated by the failure of the main water supply tank. The damage suffered was NOT extensive and no classrooms were affected, but with the water and power off and the fire brigade pumping the water out of the damaged tank, the school could not stay open.
Work was begun on Thursday to restore the water supply, dry out the electrical wiring where it was affected by the burst and to clean up generally. This work continued into Friday and consequently the school had to remain closed for that day also.
Property Services Department staff have now confirmed that it will be possible to re-open on Monday 25 August. All pupils and staff should return on Monday.
School Closure update
The school will be closed on Friday 22. Further updates and information will be made available on Friday afternoon.
School Closure
The main water tank has burst and school was dismissed at 10.30 with buses arriving at that time for outlining areas. Please watch this page or to listen to the local radio for updates.
School Opening
CGS will be open normally on Wednesday 20 August.
As office staff will be reduced, it may not be possible to respond promptly to telephone calls.
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