Lockdown Readiness and Martyn�s Law
A practical workshop on strengthening security without creating panic
With the national threat level still rated substantial and school incidents back in the headlines, lockdown planning has shifted from 'sensible practice' to 'must have'. Martyn's Law now expects every school, academy and trust to have clear, tested procedures in place. In other words, every setting needs a security plan that actually works in real life and not just on paper. Led by security specialist Shane, formerly a police superintendent, this session cuts through the noise and shows you what proportionate, modern lockdown planning looks like in 2026. We cover the practical steps that help you stay compliant, calm and ready, whether you're the person writing the plan or the senior leader responsible for making sure it happens across multiple sites.
In this session we explore
What a clear, workable lockdown and invacuation plan looks like under Martyn's Law
How to run drills that build confidence without frightening staff or learners
Simple risk assessment tools to help you spot weak points around your school or trust estate
How to brief and train staff so everyone knows their role, from teachers to office teams to site staff
How to align procedures across a trust and report assurance back to SLT, governors and trustees
When and how to loop in local police and partners for guidance and good practice
Take home points
A step by step checklist to update or build your lockdown plan in line with 2026 expectations
A low impact drill model you can adapt for any size school or trust
Clear staff messaging you can reuse in INSET and briefings
Practical pointers for evidencing readiness to SLT, governors and trust boards
This session is for school and trust leaders who
Want to stay prepared, compliant and confident under Martyn's Law, without adding unnecessary fear. Ideal for SBPs, COOs and anyone responsible for writing, overseeing or signing off a school or trust wide lockdown plan.
