Two secondary schools in Watford have partially closed.

Parmiter's School and St Michael's Catholic High School, both in High Elms Lane, Garston, have confirmed they will be closed to certain year groups.

Parmiter's released a letter to parents on its website today (Wednesday 18).

In his letter, headmaster Michael Jones explained the school will be closed to years 9, 10 and 12.

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The school said it has made this decision "in line with the latest guidance" as a number of staff are required to stay at home.

This has meant providing education to students has become "increasingly challenging".

The school will remain open to years 7, 8, 11 and 13 until further notice.

The letter read: "The canteen will be closed to students and staff so please provide your child/children with a pack lunch and water bottle/drink.

"Children who receive free school meals will be provided with a packed lunch.

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"Cafe 6 will remain open for year thirteen students but will provide limited snacks and drinks only.

"Please encourage your child/children to continue to monitor their school email accounts whilst they are away from school and check Show My Homework for updates.

"Please continue to adhere to the government guidelines."

St Michael's Catholic High School sent a letter to parents yesterday (March 17).

In the letter, headteacher Edward Conway said: "Regrettably, due to the ongoing challenges of the coronavirus outbreak, it has now become necessary to make a partial closure to the school.

"Therefore, students in years 10 and 12 will be asked to work remotely from home until March 20, after which time the situation will be reviewed.

"I would like to thank all of our students, parents and staff for being understanding and supportive during this national and international crisis regarding the coronavirus."