TWO schools in district are closed today in the aftermath of the high winds and heavy rain that has hit the district in recent days.

Cottingley Village Primary School closed down yesterday after three quarters of the school building was flooded. The clean up operation began yesterday and investigations regarding the flood were in progress. it could be closed all week.

Today, Westminster Church of England Primary Academy has been closed due to damage to the building's roof. It was deemed too dangerous to open the school due to flying debris.

Repairs are expected to take place today, and an update will be provided later as to whether the school will need to be closed tomorrow.