Several schools in London and across England will open late on Monday to allow students to rest after England's 1 a.
m. World Cup match against Mexico.
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The round-of-16 fixture at the Estadio Azteca follows England's victory over DR Congo, where Harry Kane scored twice after the African nation took an early lead.
The 1 a. m.
BST kickoff has created scheduling challenges for schools, workplaces, and pubs. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer enacted a policy shift allowing pubs to remain open until 5 a.
m.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson previously suggested children could arrive on time even after watching the game, but multiple institutions have formally confirmed delayed schedules.
Schools Adjust Timings
Oaks Park High School in Carshalton told parents students should arrive at 9:45 a. m.
, advising that staying awake all night would leave pupils exhausted.
"We hope these arrangements strike the right balance between recognising what is likely to be a memorable sporting occasion and ensuring that students continue to benefit from being in school," the school stated.
Cheam High School in the same borough of Sutton moved its Monday morning start time to 10 a.
m.
"We would like to give our students and staff the opportunity to watch the match without worrying about getting up so early," the headteacher wrote.
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Annfield Plain Infant School in County Durham and St Patrick's RC High School in Salford will both push lessons back to 10 a.
