Friday 12 May 2023
Dear parent/carer
You may be aware of an incident at Johnstone High School earlier today. I am writing to you to provide some information and to reassure you that all pupils are safe and well.
The incident occurred this morning when a former pupil entered the school. Three teachers and one pupil were injured and have received appropriate medical treatment.
I would like to make clear—contrary to what you may have heard on social media or elsewhere—no weapons were involved in the incident.
Police Scotland were immediately called and attended the school and the individual involved has been traced. A police investigation is ongoing.
The school is operating as normal. All pupils have been out for lunch, and are now back in class and carrying on with their normal school day.
As you’ll appreciate, this is an ongoing police matter so I cannot say any more at this stage.
I would like to reassure you that I and senior staff are on hand to offer any support needed to staff and pupils.
Steven Quinn
Director of Children’s Services
Renfrewshire Council
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