In response to health and safety concerns arising from nearby construction activities, the Ministry of Educational Transformation has temporarily relocated staff and students of Wesley Hall Infant School to Lawrence T Gay Memorial Primary School. The decision, announced by Deputy Chief Education Officer Julia Beckles, aims to ensure uninterrupted teaching and learning while repairs continue at the Wesley Hall Junior School site on King Street, St Michael. Initially, the ministry considered keeping the infant school on-site, but unforeseen risks associated with the construction necessitated the move. Parents were informed of the relocation during an online meeting a week prior, where they were also asked to indicate transportation needs. While the ministry planned to transport 113 students via the Transport Board, approximately 150 students showed up on the day of the move, causing delays due to limited resources. Despite initial logistical challenges, the 34 staff members and 234 students have now settled into their new location. The ministry expressed gratitude to the Transport Board for their assistance and reiterated its commitment to ensuring a smooth experience for all stakeholders. The relocation follows similar moves for the junior school, which was previously shifted to Westbury Primary School and St Leonard’s Anglican Church due to parental and teacher concerns. The ministry emphasized that safety and uninterrupted learning remain its top priorities during this transitional period.
