A GORNAL school has sent a warning to parents after a pupil was approached by a stranger on their way to school.

A text was sent from Ellowes Hall Sports College March 20 telling parents to remind their children 'to remain vigilant and safe'.

The text read: "This morning a stranger approached a student on their way to school. Please remind your child to remain vigilant and safe."

The Lower Gornal school did not provide any more details on the incident.

A spokesperson for the school said it was matter for the police and could not comment further.