A Buckinghamshire school went into lockdown yesterday afternoon following a 'potential concern' for the safety of those on site.

Wycombe High School, located on Marlow Road, have confirmed that students and staff remained in school buildings while the situation was assessed, with police attending the scene and carrying out checks.

A spokesperson for the school said: "Wycombe High School enacted its established lockdown procedures yesterday afternoon as a precautionary safety measure following a potential concern for the safety of those on site."

The school said that the police carried out the necessary checks before students were dismissed.

The spokesperson added: "Students and staff remained safely within school buildings while the situation was assessed.

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"Police attended and carried out the necessary checks, confirming that the school site was safe and secure before students were dismissed.

"The safety and wellbeing of our students and staff is always our highest priority.

"Our lockdown procedures operated effectively and we are grateful to students, staff and families for their calm cooperation and understanding."

A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said: “Officers were made aware of a report of a suspicious person at around 3.20pm yesterday (10/9) on Marlow Hill.

 “Officers attended the scene to conduct enquires but no crime has been reported.”

The force also confirmed that they attended the school to carry out enquiries.