Countesthorpe Academy Supports Operation Sceptre 2024

We’re delighted to support Leicestershire Police, who joined us today to share insights about #OperationSceptre.

This national campaign aims to raise awareness of knife crime and its significant impact.

The Police brought in metal detectors and showcased their activities in busy locations like football stadiums, airports and train stations to tackle dangerous behaviour.

Our Year 9 and 10 students participated in a fun exercise, going through an airport-style check, metal detecting archway, and some even checked their teachers with a metal detector!

This morning was a fantastic experience, helping us appreciate the vital role our police force plays in keeping us safe.

A big thank you to all the officers, students, and our wonderful staff for their enthusiasm! 😊