East London school in Palestinian flag row could close after threats and abuse

Barclay primary in Leyton may switch to online learning after facing protests over ban on political symbols

An east London school has warned parents it may switch to online learning for its pupils because of threats to the school and abuse of staff that have flared since its decision to ban political symbols including the Palestinian flag.

Barclay primary school in Leyton, Waltham Forest, said it had sought help from the Metropolitan police to investigate harassment of staff, and also hired private security, installed CCTV cameras and restricted public access to the school.