A NURSERY School was forced to bring term to a close three days early after vandals smashed eight windows overnight sending glass shards all over the rooms

Staff at Pinkie St Peter's nursery, in Musselburgh, said the damage had been extensive and the building would have to undergo a deep clean to ensure all the glass was cleared from it before any of its youngsters could be allowed back in.

The nursery shut its doors on Wednesday morning after the damage was discovered.

A Teddy Bears' Picnic planned for youngsters today went ahead but times were reduced as it had to be held in the nursery garden.

The nursery will not reopen tomorrow with plans to start a deep clean on Monday.

Announcing the news the school said: "We are very sorry to end the nursery year in this way but wish you all a very happy and safe holiday."

Police Scotland said it was investigating the vandalism which happened sometimet between Tuesday evening and Wednesday Morning.

No access was gained to the building with the shattered glass causing the damage internally.

Officers are asking anyone who was in the area who may have noticed anything suspicious to get in contact.

Inspector Andrew Harborow of Haddington police station said: “Considerable damage has been caused to the school building and we are keen to trace those responsible.

“Anyone with information is asked to please get in touch with us quoting incident number 0686 of 27th June.”