Armed Police called after reports of a man with a knife at Barton Peveril: College estate thrown into Police lockdown

Armed officers and response officers were called to Barton Peveril College following reports of a person with a knife. Staff and students were advised to stay in the building staff locked the doors after an internal email was sent to staff about the developing event. Despite a large search of the college estate, no one was found within the grounds.

One parent on social media said she said the incident was "terrifying" and is waiting outside the school.