Robert Burns Academy pupils have been spotted walking across patches of ice close to the new super school.

Freezing temperatures have meant that parts of the nearby Lugar Water have frozen over, with concerned onlookers spotting some of the pupils taking the chance to test out its durability.

One concerned mum posted a warning to parents on Facebook and asked other parents to warn their children of potential dangers. 

The incident comes just days after four boys lost their lives after falling through a frozen lake in Solihull, near Birmingham.

The deaths of three of the boys were confirmed at the start of the week, with the fourth passing away on Wednesday.

Robert Burns Academy were quick to respond to the witnesses' claims by releasing a statement on their Twitter feed about the incident.

It read: "During lunchtime today [December 15] we received phone calls from concerned members of the public reporting that some of our pupils were on the iced over river behind our playing fields, just outside of our campus.

"These pupils were moved on immediately by senior management.

"There will be a lesson on the dangers of icy conditions during PLP tomorrow and senior management will monitor the areas just outside of our campus.

"Thank you for your support with this matter."

There were also concerns for saftey in nearby Catrine, with a Facebook post sharing what appeared to be footprints found on two different spots of a frozen body of water in the village.

The Royal Life Saving Society have been concerned about these incidents, especially since what happened in England.

A spokesperson said: "In winter, children and pets are particularly at risk when tempted to play on the ice formed on open water, and adults can find themselves at risk in attempting to save them.

"Taking a nice walk in cold weather with your family, friends or dogs in tow can be really refreshing, just make sure you know some simple tips on how to stay safe in winter.

"Areas with frozen lakes, ponds, canals and reservoirs can be beautiful places to visit during the winter months but all too often many people risk their lives by venturing onto frozen water."