Martyn’s Law – Keeping Our School Community Safe

At Park Road Academy Primary School, the safety, security and wellbeing of our children, staff, families and visitors are always our highest priorities. We recognise the importance of Martyn’s Law (the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025), introduced in memory of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people who tragically lost their lives in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.

The legislation aims to strengthen public safety by ensuring that schools and other public premises are appropriately prepared to respond to potential terrorist incidents. In line with Department for Education and Home Office guidance, we are reviewing our existing safeguarding, site security and emergency arrangements to ensure that we are prepared for the legislation coming into force, which is expected in spring 2027.

This includes appropriate procedures for evacuation, invacuation (moving people to a safer location within the building), lockdown and emergency communication, alongside ensuring that staff understand their responsibilities.

Our approach is proportionate, preventative and sensitive to the age and needs of our pupils, ensuring that children continue to enjoy a welcoming, nurturing and secure learning environment without unnecessary worry or alarm. We remain committed to working with relevant agencies, following government guidance and continually reviewing our procedures to protect everyone within our school community.