Thieves broke into a Stockport school and stole 85 iPads worth a total of £22,500.

A gang of three forced their way into Dial Park School in Offerton on Sunday (February 1) at 11.40pm.

They then broke into metal cabinets to make off with the iPads.

Police are studying CCTV from the area and describe the burglars as wearing dark clothes.

Officers are also warning people to be on their guard if they are offered cheap iPads for sale.

Inspector Steve Palmer, from Stockport’s east area neighbourhood police, said: “To break into and steal from a school that is trying to educate youngsters is disgraceful. So we are determined to catch those responsible.

“We would urge anyone with information get in contact with us.

“Likewise if anyone is offered a cheap iPad we would also like to hear from you.”

Witnesses can call police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.