On Wednesday 18th November, we will be conducting a planned lockdown drill during the school day. We recognise that discussions about school security can bring up sensitive feelings, particularly following the incident our school community experienced in June. Please be reassured that this drill is not in response to any current threat or security concern. Rather, it is a standard health and safety procedure — much like our regular fire drills — designed to ensure our emergency protocols remain robust, efficient, and familiar to everyone. 

What to expect

• Prior to the drill, tutors will walk students through the expectations in a calm, supportive, and age-appropriate manner. 
• During the short drill, students will practice remaining inside their secured classrooms with their teachers.
• Normal teaching will resume immediately after the "all-clear" is given.

How you can help 

You can support us by speaking briefly with your child to reassure them that this is purely a practice exercise. If your child requires additional pastoral support on the day, please inform their Head of Year so we can make appropriate arrangements. 

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in keeping our school community safe and prepared. 

Warm regards, 

Joanne Clifton

Headteacher