Police in Tauranga Investigating the suspicious death of a male in Kesteven Avenue, Merivale, advise that Merivale primary School will be closed on Monday, 2 December 2013.
The Board of Trustee's have decided to close the school and are in the process of contacting parents to advise that the school will be closed for the day.
Parents need to keep their children home on Monday or make alternative care arrangements.
The Police and Board of Trustee's apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The school will reopen on Tuesday, 3 December 2013 at the normal time.
Police want to hear from anyone in the area last night or this morning who has any information that may assist with this investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Tauranga Police on 07 577 4300. Information can also be provided anonymously to the organisation Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
Media enquiries should be referred to Communications Manager Kim Perks on 027 234 8256.