STOP PRESS!!! The Mysterious Egg...

Mystery and intrigue descended on the school today when an unusual object was found on the school field by the Caretaker, Mr Brindley. He had been alerted by the school alarm company when the alarms in the nursery, infant and junior buildings went off at 3.33am. On further investigation (after finding no signs of forced entry in the building) he discovered a large egg on the school field. A number of clues lay beside the egg and after discussion with Mrs Harrop by telephone, the police were called. The area was cordoned off with strict instructions not to disturb the crime scene. 

Further clues were found by the children of St. Vincent's as they arrived at school this morning. The Police returned at 10.30am and Officer  Warmsley continued the investigation. Evidence was collected and statements taken. CCTV footage was copied for additional evidence. Connor McNamara from BBC 5live arrived on the scene with his recording equipment. He was amazed at the 'find' and interviewed a number of eager amateur sleuths. 

Different theories have been discussed across the school from nursery to year 6. Some say it is a dragon or dinosaur egg; others an alien and there has been talk of the Easter bunny but this was dismissed by the Police as 'eggsagerration' rather than fact!! Officer Warmsley said " We believe that this is a case for the 'Museum of Strange Objects' and they have referred the case to their forensics department who will be visiting this afternoon".

Mr Brindley was unavailable for comment but Mrs Harrop has said " I have never seen such an occurrence in all my years as a Headteacher. I knew that St. Vincent's was a special school but this is on another scale. I have been briefed and am being kept up to date with the investigation".

As we publish this statement, children across the school are putting pen (or pencil) to paper and creating a detailed account of the events that have unfolded this morning. 

Check back soon for more information ...