Ballakermeen was evacuated before the start of the school day this morning. A central statement has been released from the Police regarding the situation. "At 7.37am this morning the Emergency Services Joint Control Room were informed that a number of Primary and Secondary schools on the Island had received a bomb threat via email. Police immediately attended the schools affected and liaised with staff to facilitate the protocol for such threats. This threat has caused significant disruption and no doubt concerns for students, parents and staff affected. Police would like to thank everyone for their quick response to this incident and can confirm the threat has been assessed and we are satisfied that there is no perceived risk to the public, students or members of the public and schools have been re-opened with consultation with Department of Education, Sport and Culture. Police will continue to investigate the origins of the threat and will take the appropriate action to those involved."
We can confirm that following the incident, Ballakermeen opened for a normal school day and full student attendance is expected. The Year 6 Open Evening scheduled for this evening will take place as planned.