Staffordshire School Lockdown Following Tragic Death of Sheffield Pupil
A Staffordshire school went into lockdown after an ex-pupil entered the premises. This incident follows the tragic stabbing of a 15-year-old boy in Sheffield just a day earlier.
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Sheffield: A school in Staffordshire had to lock down today. An ex-student showed up at Chase Terrace Academy around noon. They wouldn’t leave, so the school took action.
They called the police, who arrived quickly. The former pupil was removed without any issues. Thankfully, no students were in danger during the whole situation.
Just a day before, a tragic event happened in Sheffield. A 15-year-old boy named Harvey Willgoose was stabbed at his school. This incident likely raised concerns in the area.
Another school, Birches Head Academy, also faced a partial lockdown recently. They received a threatening email, which made several schools in Stoke-on-Trent uneasy.
The headteacher at Chase Terrace Academy reassured parents in a letter. She explained that the lockdown was a precaution to keep everyone safe. She emphasized that student safety is their top priority.
As a parent, she understands how stressful these situations can be. But she was confident that everything was handled well and that there was no ongoing risk.
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