Lockdown Procedures

The safety and wellbeing of our pupils and staff is our highest priority. As part of our safeguarding arrangements and in line with statutory requirements, the academy has clear procedures in place for a range of situations, including the use of a ‘lockdown’ where necessary. A lockdown may be implemented if there is a potential risk to the school or in the wider local area, and it is considered safer for everyone to remain inside the building while the situation is assessed. This procedure is precautionary and forms part of our wider approach to maintaining a safe and secure environment, in line with national guidance and statutory responsibilities.

From time to time, schools may practise these procedures with staff and pupils to ensure everyone is familiar with the process and knows how to respond calmly and effectively.

In the event of a real lockdown, the school will communicate with parents and carers as soon as it is safe to do so. During this time, we ask that parents and carers do not contact their child, phone the school or come to the site so that the situation can be managed safely and effectively.

We appreciate the continued support of our families in helping us keep our school communities safe.