The following frequently asked questions and answers may be useful to you:
Q. Where can my child catch a school bus from?
A. School buses are available from various stops in the Whiston and Huyton areas. Details of bus stops and times can be found here.
Q. How can my child purchase food at lunchtime and break time?
A. The Prescot School operates a cashless catering system using biometrics to reduce queue times and provide security. For further details, please read this information pack.
Each student’s account can be credited with money at any of the revaluation machines situated through the school. Students can then purchase food and drinks in the canteen or Food 2 Go areas.
Q. Can my child wear makeup or jewellery in school?
A. Discreet makeup is allowed, however we do not tolerate extremes of makeup, hair styles/colours and any other fashionable accessories. The only jewellery allowed in school is one pair of plain, single stud-type earrings. No other jewellery is permitted. Hair bands/bobbles should be small, simple and black. Please see our uniform guide for more information.
Q. What do I do if my child is too ill to attend school?
A. Please contact school on 0151 477 8680 as early as possible to report the absence. Our dedicated attendance staff will take your call and inform appropriate staff here as necessary. Please provide your child with a note explaining their absence for them to pass to their form tutor on the first day they return to school.
