A STOCKTON school has been forced to close to years 8 and 9 students next week due to “staffing issues” says Stockton Borough Council.

In a statement issued on Twitter, the council said The Grangefield Academy is closed to years 8 and 9 students tomorrow and Tuesday.

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According to the council “staffing issues” and staffing capacity has meant that year 8 and year 9 students will be asked to work from home.

The council says remote learning is in place for all students in these two year groups.

A bespoke timetable has been created according to the council, which years 8 and 9 students will follow on Monday and Tuesday.

Lessons are set to be delivered by “trust directors” and students are “expected to attend all sessions remotely.”

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Students in those years are also expected back in on Wednesday January 12, and all other year groups should continue to attend school as normal.

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