ARMED police have swooped on a school in Surrey after it was placed on lockdown today.
Emergency crews were scrambled to Esher C of E High School at 12.40pm following a "concern for safety".
Police confirmed armed cops are at the scene with students and teachers remaining inside the school.
It is not clear what the nature of the drama is yet but parents are being urged to keep away while officers investigate.
A police statement said: "Uniformed armed officers at scene at Esher C of E High School following reports of a concern for safety.
"Enquiries being carried out inside and outside premises to establish circumstances.
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"Students and staff at school remain inside building as precaution at this time. Further updates to follow."
A text from the school to parents said all pupils are safe but confirmed it is on "lockdown" to a police incident.
It read: "All pupils are safe and the site is secure. There is a large police presence who are advising us in our actions.
"Please do not come to the school at the request of the police. We will update you as soon as the situation changes."
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