MLC School Lockdown Update

Just before midday today, police advised MLC School to initiate a precautionary lockdown while they conducted a search operation in the area. They were pursuing an individual who had an outstanding warrant. The police assured us the individual was never on the School grounds, but it was safest for the School to lockdown. Staff and students responded swiftly and calmly, securing and clearing the grounds with efficiency. The effectiveness of our regular safety drills was clearly evident.

Once police confirmed it was safe to do so, we notified parents via the MLC School app.

Approximately 25 minutes later, police declared the area secure and the lockdown was lifted.

While we were in lockdown, we were in constant contact with the police and were receiving regular updates. In these situations, the School is under the full instructions of the police.

We are deeply grateful to all staff and students for their professionalism and cooperation in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our School community. Our thanks to the police for their efforts for everyone in the community.

– Melissa Boyd
Deputy Principal