In the video, the pupil is being kicked and slapped across the face multiple times.

Lesufi addressed the pupils at the school on Monday and said he agrees with the School Governing Body’s decision to suspend the pupils.

"We have given them an opportunity to come to school, they've abused that opportunity.

"So they are going to stay at home and I have met with the [victim's] parents.

"They have opened a case with the police," said Lesufi.

Lesufi vowed to monitor the school until November and encouraged learners to report any incidents of bullying at the school.

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