More Western Cape school closures possible as severe weather intensifies

UPDATE: All schools across the Western Cape will be closed on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, as severe weather conditions continue battering the province.

Western Cape Education Department confirmed the province-wide closure following consultations with the Provincial Disaster Management Centre and the South African Weather Service.

Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier said the decision was taken in the interests of learner and teacher safety following updated storm projections and worsening conditions.

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This includes concerns linked to:

• flooding
• dangerous roads
• learner transport
• severe weather impacts

Each application will reportedly be assessed individually in line with existing protocols.

More closures possible as storm intensifies

The update comes as parts of the Western Cape remain under severe weather warnings following heavy rain, flooding and damaging winds across the province.

Several schools in the Cape Winelands and Eden districts are already expected to remain closed on Monday, 11 May 2026, due to storm risks and infrastructure concerns.

The WCED says schools outside the affected circuits may still request closure approvals if conditions become dangerous.

Parents urged to monitor updates closely

Authorities are urging parents, guardians and commuters to remain cautious, especially when travelling during severe weather conditions.

The department also advised schools to continue monitoring official updates as weather conditions develop overnight and into Monday morning.

Residents are being urged to:

• avoid flooded roads
• allow extra travel time
• monitor official school communication channels
• prioritise learner safety

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