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Kings Priory School to Reopen After Precautionary Closure Over Reported Threat

Police investigated malicious communications linked to the site, determining there was no credible threat.

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.