A 17-year-old boy has been charged with three counts of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm following an incident at Birley Academy in Sheffield. The incident, which occurred recently, involved the teenager allegedly using a sharp object, believed to be a piece of broken glass. Additionally, he faces charges of possessing a blade on school premises.

During the incident, two women in their 20s and a child sustained minor injuries but did not require hospital treatment. The school was placed on a lockdown as a precautionary measure, and the police and emergency services responded promptly to secure the school and ensure the well-being of all students and staff. The accused teenager has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

This event follows another recent incident at Amman Valley School in south-west Wales, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety in schools. The headteacher of Birley Academy, Victoria Hall, and South Yorkshire Police have both commended the swift and effective actions of the school staff during the incident.