Parrenthorn High School in Prestwich has warned pupils to be extra vigilant after Year 8 students reported being followed by a van. The school notified parents and the local authorities, stating that the incident was reported to the police. While no threats were made or harm caused, the school emphasized its commitment to student safety and its rigorous safeguarding procedures.
A Prestwich school has warned pupils to be 'extra vigilant' following reports some students were followed home. Parrenthorn High School issued the message to parents, saying some of their Year 8 pupils had felt they had been 'followed in a van' with tinted windows. The school said the incident was reported to police after the pupils felt the van driver was acting 'in a strange way'.
They added the safety of pupils was their 'utmost priority' but that 'no threats were made or harm caused' during the incident. In the message issued to parents and students on Monday (January 20), the school said the local authority had asked them to share a report for concern. 'Some Year 8 pupils from Parrenthorn have reported that this morning they feel they have been followed by a black/grey van with tinted windows,' they wrote. 'They described the driver as white, bald, and between the ages of 30-50. Please be extra vigilant when leaving the school this afternoon.' The school emphasized that the safety of their students is paramount and they have rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures in place. They stressed that while the incident was reported to the authorities, no pupil was approached or spoken to, and there were no threats or harm. The school also highlighted that they educate their pupils about personal safety and commended the students and staff for acting responsibly by reporting their concerns and following the appropriate procedures.
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