NNoSS Summer
Safe & Secure: Effective Lockdown Procedures and Protocols – Gary Smart, Head of Capital and Compliance, Matrix Academy Trust
This session will focus on:
- Lockdown incidents in schools are increasing, but approaches are often inconsistent and unclear
- Traditional “full lockdown” responses can create confusion and unnecessary panic
- Real incidents have shown gaps in roles, communication, and decision-making
- SMART Response introduces a levelled approach (0–4) to ensure proportionate, calm responses
- Clear roles (Gold, Silver, Bronze) improve leadership and coordination
The aim is to create safer, more controlled, and consistent responses across schools.