A SCHOOL has issued a warning to parents after a child was approached by a strange woman who asked questions and made the youth feel “unsure.”
St Joseph’s RC Primary School issued the warning on June 23 after they were made aware that a child who walks to school alone was approached by a strange woman.
The child is said to have “felt unsure” after the approach which saw the strange woman ask questions about their name and what school they attended.
Terrified, the child reported it to the school immediately with staff issuing a warning to parents.
The youth was left feeling uncomfortable by the unwanted interaction.
The school urged parents to have a conversation with their children about safety, especially if they walk to school alone.
The warning reads: “The woman did not attempt to approach the school or cause harm, but understandably, the pupil felt uncomfortable.
“We’re sharing this so you can have a gentle reminder chat with your children about being safe when travelling to and from school – especially if they walk alone.
“Please remind them to stay aware, walk with others where possible and always report anything that doesn’t feel right to a trusted adult straight away.”
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