Elgin Academy evacuation update
Elgin Academy was evacuated this morning (Wednesday 4 November 2026) as a precaution after what was believed to be a suspicious package was received by school staff through the mail.
The package was isolated in a toilet block while emergency procedures were followed. A first communication to parents was sent at an early stage of the incident, based on the information available at the time. Further updates were provided as details became clearer through enquiries and response arrangements.
The school immediately followed its emergency procedures and all pupils and staff were safely evacuated. Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were in attendance and we thank them, and the Scottish Ambulance Service, for their support throughout the day.
Pupils were sent home and transport arrangements were put in place where required. We would also like to thank pupils, staff and families for their patience and co-operation throughout the incident.
The safety and wellbeing of pupils, staff and the surrounding community is always our highest priority and we are grateful to the staff at Elgin Academy for their vigilance in reporting what they believed to be a suspicious package.
While the package did not contain any harmful or hazardous substances Police Scotland have removed the contents of the package from the school and will continue their investigations to trace the origin.
Elgin Academy, and all Moray schools, will open as normal tomorrow (Thursday 5 November) and any pupils concerned or affected by the incident today should speak with their guidance teacher in the first instance.