By Mikayla van Loon
Students and staff at Birmingham Primary School had to be evacuated on Thursday afternoon after a bomb threat targeting the school was made.
The school reportedly received an email making the threat.
Victoria Police confirmed that police were called to the school on Francis Crescent around 2pm on 7 November to conduct a safety check.
“Officers cordoned the area, and the Bomb Response Unit attended the scene at 4.25pm,” a spokesperson said.
“The area has been checked and deemed safe.”
The Primary School was reopened as normal on Friday 8 November.
Parents and residents in the area commented on social media about the incredible action of all teachers, admin staff and police involved to ensure the safety of the children.
“Staff, teachers and police were amazing and kept all of our kids safe!”
“The staff and police were absolutely amazing. Job well done to everyone for keeping our kiddos calm.”
“Well done to staff for managing this emergency so well. What a stressful time for lots involved, especially our kiddies but glad it all turned out OK.”
“A huge day for our kids and the teachers today. But was handled with so much care, calmness and professionalism. The teachers did a great job.”
