Overview
- The Tynemouth school closed on Monday, November 24, after an email to parents cited a “potential critical threat.”
- Parents were notified via the school’s ParentMail system that the shutdown was a precaution and further updates would follow.
- Northumbria Police said a report came in just after 4:30pm on Sunday and officers attended to carry out enquiries.
- After several hours of checks, officers concluded there was no credible threat to pupils, staff or the school.
- School leaders say classes will resume on Tuesday, November 25, as a local councillor urged residents not to speculate.