Children and staff evacuated from a Hellesdon junior school following a threatening email, with police confirming no credible threat identified.
A junior school in Hellesdon, near Norwich, was evacuated after receiving a threatening email, prompting a police investigation and the relocation of children and staff.
Officers from Norfolk Police attended Firside Junior School following reports of a security threat.
As a precaution, pupils and staff were moved to nearby Hellesdon High School after police advised the school to evacuate.
The decision was taken to ensure the safety of everyone on the premises while officers assessed the situation and carried out their initial inquiries.
Children remained under the supervision of school staff during the incident, with arrangements made to ensure their welfare while away from their usual classrooms.
The evacuation caused disruption to the school day and understandably raised concerns among parents and families in the Hellesdon area.
Norfolk Police subsequently confirmed that officers had found no credible threat following their initial assessment.
However, an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the threatening email remains ongoing.
Police have not released further details about the origin of the communication or whether anyone has been identified in connection with the incident.
The incident highlights the precautionary measures taken by schools and emergency services when potential threats to pupils and staff are reported.

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