NOTLEY High School and Braintree Sixth Form welcomed students back this week as the first round of lockdown restrictions were eased.
Students said the last few months were "tough" but are "delighted" to be back with their friends and teachers.
One year seven pupil said: "I’m happy to be back at school because I wanted to see my friends.
"I didn’t mind working at home but I do prefer being in school.
Year 12 and 13 students said this was the "first step" towards normality
"I am really excited to be back at sixth form with my friends and having lessons back in the classroom.
"It’s been a tough few months, but being back is a first step towards normality."
Year 11 students agreed, saying it was nice to have some "normality" back in their lives.
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