Bomb scare shuts Birmingham Islamic School on final day of term

Police launch probe after threatening email triggers evacuation of Hamd House School

A bomb threat forced the evacuation of an Islamic faith school in Birmingham on the final day of the academic year, triggering a major police operation and leaving hundreds of pupils facing disruption to their end-of-term celebrations.

Hamd House School in Bordesley Green was evacuated on Tuesday after a threatening email was received by the school. The same threat was also reportedly sent to Ofsted, prompting an urgent response from authorities.

West Midlands Police deployed officers, including specialist search teams, to the school following the reported threat. The premises were thoroughly searched as a precaution, but no suspicious items or explosive devices were discovered.

A West Midlands Police spokesperson said officers attended the school after receiving reports of a bomb threat. The building was evacuated while specialist officers carried out detailed checks to ensure the safety of pupils, staff and visitors.

The police investigation into the source of the threatening email is ongoing. Officers are working to establish who was behind the message, while no arrests have been announced and no motive has been confirmed.

The incident occurred at a particularly sensitive time for the school community, with pupils and staff preparing for the final day of term and planned end-of-year activities.

Parents were informed as emergency procedures were activated, with school safety measures put in place until police completed their assessment.

Hamd House School, an independent Islamic faith school, provides education from primary through secondary levels and combines the National Curriculum with Islamic studies.

The incident comes amid continued concerns over malicious threats targeting schools and public institutions. However, police confirmed that no device was found and there was no continuing risk after the search operation.

Authorities have appealed for information from anyone who may be able to assist the investigation.