Entry to the school was restricted as a precaution
A small number of school children were turned away from a school in a Cambridgeshire town due to a threat in the area. Ernulf Academy were made aware of a “threat in the community” this morning (Wednesday, February 4).
Ernulf Academy took the precaution of restricting entry to the school. The school is in touch with the police and is following their advice.
Lessons at the school are continuing as normal. Ernulf Academy is keeping parents updated on the situation. The threat has not been disclosed.
A spokesperson for Ernulf Academy said: “This morning, we were made aware of a threat in the community and we have taken the precaution of restricting entry to the school. We are in touch with the police for their advice.
“Lessons are continuing as normal and the school is safe, calm and happy. We have procedures in place to respond to situations such as this and students have responded well to what has been asked of them.
“A small number of students were turned away from school this morning as the safety precaution took effect, we are sorry for any disruption caused by this.
“We are keeping parents and the local community updated whilst we take advice from the police. The safety of all our students and staff remains our top priority.”
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