“We were extremely shocked and devastated to learn that there was a plan to target children and staff at our school, in particular the Early Years classes. However, we are comforted that our children and staff did not come to any harm.

We would like to reassure our parents and carers that the safety of children is of paramount importance and this will never be compromised. Over the past weeks, we have reviewed our safeguarding systems, including examining our procedures such as lockdown and safety processes, to ensure they are as robust as possible. Luton Council has also supported us to review the security of our site.

We fully appreciate that the details revealed in the sentencing hearing may be upsetting and distressful for staff, parents, carers and children. Therefore, in liaison with the council’s education service, a range of support is available to those who may need it over the coming days.

The Prosper family were a cherished part of our school community and at this time our thoughts and prayers are with their relatives, friends and the wider community.”

The school will not be participating in any media interviews. 

For media enquiries please contact Bedfordshire Police – email corporatecommunications@beds.police.uk or Luton Council press office email pressoffice@luton.gov.uk

This month we also have prayed to Mary, Our Mother, to ask for her guidance and support. We have learned more about the Rosary and how it can help us focus in our prayers.

This week the children received ashes to mark the start of Lent. At school we take time during Lent to consider our choices, repent and say sorry to God for the things we have done and also to think of those less fortunate than ourselves.

During the season of Advent, we have been preparing to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas.

We have been reminding the children that this is a time to reflect and consider if we are ready for the day when Jesus will return as He promised. In school we have been preparing for this special celebration through prayers, assemblies, and Religious Education lessons.

The Rosary:

October is the month of the Rosary.  In school during assemblies and class collective worship, we have been exploring and praying parts of the Rosary with the children.  We ask parents and children to continue to pray the Hail Mary at home as a family.