AS many as six schools in the Halstead have been forced to close today as sub-zero temperatures have turned snow into ice. 

The dangerous conditions means Hedingham School and Sixth Form, De Vere Primary School, Gosfield Community Primary School, St Andrew's Church of England, St Giles Church of England Primary School, St John the Baptist Church of England and St Peter's Church of England have all been forced to close today.

Castle Nursery in Castle Hedingham have also stated via their Facebook page that they will also be closed due to adverse weather conditions. 

Keep up to date with school closures by visiting the Essex County Council website.