SCHOOLS across Harlow have begun to test and trace staff as they adapt to a new lockdown.

The director of operations at BMAT, which oversees Burnt Mill Academy and Mark Hall Academy, tweeted out a photo of their operation base.

Whilst the headteacher of Stewards Academy went onto social media to praise staff.

Mrs Ginger said: “On Tuesday, we began in earnest to train staff and set up our testing area.

“Today 79 staff were tested! Huge thanks to deputies @StewardsSP and @Clare_OSullivan and also to our brand new testing team.

“Now ready to test returning pupils tomorrow

Schools are now closed except for vulnerable students as well as those whose parents are key workers.