PUPILS will return to school in Harlech on Monday after nearly two months.

Gwynedd Council confirmed this morning (Thursday) that pupils will return to Ysgol Ardudwy on Monday - nearly two months after storms tore part of the roof from the main school building.

A spokesperson for Gwynedd Council said: "The first phase of the work to repair the significant damage to the school building’s roofs will be completed by this weekend.

"The work of re-roofing the majority of the school will now get underway with the aim of completing the work by the end of the summer holidays.

"During this period, the contractors will work closely with the school to ensure that the work does not impede the school’s activities, and that the work is carried out on each roof in order.

"Arrangements have been made to ensure that the repair work will not be carried out during GCSE exams.

"In addition, when rooms in the top floor of any block is temporarily closed so that re-roofing work is carried out, some classes will be held in the former library building in Harlech, with transport provided.

"Ysgol Ardudwy and Gwynedd Council would like to sincerely thanks the various centres that have offered temporary facilities to the school, and to the staff, pupils and parents for their cooperation during this challenging period.

"Everyone is pleased that the temporary arrangements put in place has ensured that pupils’ education has continued despite the difficult circumstances."