Bangor Grammar school closed due to computer network issue

Acting principal, Stephen Gilmore said the health and safety of pupils was "paramount"

A County Down school will not open on Wednesday due to issues with their computer network.

Bangor Grammar said in a social media post it had no access "to timetables, class lists, medical information or catering as a result".

Acting principal Stephen Gilmore said the health and safety of pupils was "paramount".

The school said an investigation by the Education Authority indicated the incident was not caused by a virus.

"It appears to be linked to settings contained inside software installed onto the system," a spokesperson said.

"While the technical issues are being resolved we would advise parents and the school community to monitor Bangor Grammar School's social media channels for further updates."

The incident comes as schools across Northern Ireland prepare to reopen after the summer.

Mr Gilmore said an update would be provided on Wednesday regarding plans for Thursday.

Bangor Grammar is a boys-only voluntary grammar school. Its main campus is located on the Gransha Road in Bangor.

The school currently has about 900 pupils and 75 members of teaching staff.