Written questions

Assessments: Temperature

2026-05-20 · Department for Education · 3745 · Official question

Barry Gardiner

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she is taking steps to mitigate the potential impact of hot weather on examination results.

Answer

The department recognises the challenges posed by high temperatures during the exam period and has published guidance to support schools in managing hot weather available at: https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/hot-weather-and-heatwaves-guidance-for-...