A number of schools in Suffolk are partially closed today as teachers go on strike as part of a long-running pay dispute. 

National Education Union (NEU) members will walk out of schools and sixth-form colleges across England.

The "majority of schools" are expected to either restrict access to pupils or fully close as a result of the strikes, the NEU has said.

Many secondary schools in England are expected to prioritise Year 11 and Year 13 students during the strikes as GCSE and A-level exams are weeks away.

The NEU has issued guidance which says it will support arrangements during the strikes that “provide the minimum level of teaching staff needed” so GCSE and A-level students can attend school for revision activities or exam practice.

A Department for Education spokesperson said: “Any strike action is hugely damaging. We have made a fair and reasonable pay offer to teachers recognising their hard work and commitment.

“Thanks to the further £2 billion we are investing in our schools, next year, school funding will be at its highest level in history.”

Here is a full list of today's closures in Suffolk.

  • Thomas Gainsborough School - closed to Years 7, 8, 9 and 10. 
  • Samuel Ward - closed to Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12. 
  • Ormiston Sudbury Academy - closed to Years 7, 8, 9 and 10. 
  • Alde Valley Academy - closed to Years 7, 8, and 9. 

This will be added to throughout the morning.