A YEAR group at a local high school is having to self-isolate after its first coronavirus case was confirmed.

St David's High School in Saltney says its Year 10 students have been sent home following the confirmed case.

A spokesperson for the school said: "We're in the process of sending Yearr 10 pupils home after our first confirmed case of COVID-19.

"We're following our protocols and more information will follow.

"We've made provision for all Year 10 pupils to return home safely. Please ensure Year 10 pupils isolate at home until further notice."