Bill Jordon, head teacher of Dyke House Comprehensive School in Hartlepool, confirmed: "We will set up a facility for the pupils to watch the game.
"I think there will be some who take the day off or turn up late so it is best to provide the facility here."
The game is due to finish at 0915 BST, so exams will be delayed for half an hour - although some schools are vehemently opposed to the idea.
Those taking the gamble will be praying England get a good result - there's nothing like three points to cure those last-minute nerves.
Dressing for football
Football-mad brides in Thailand are getting their own "World Cup Wedding Dress" to coincide with the main event.
The white silk outfit boasts a hat featuring a decorated football and a veil, which when stretched out looks like a goal net.
An embroidered black and white football also decorates the bodice.
The outfit should be available in early June, at a cost of 50,000 baht (£800).
One suspects it may go out of fashion pretty quickly.
Christmas cheer
A group of Santas are braving the roasting temperatures in South Korea to bring along a spot of festive cheer.
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