Police Called to Milford Haven School – Pembrokeshire
- Police were called to Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire earlier today, Thursday, February 5, 2026, following reports of a disturbance.
- The school, established in 1988 and currently serving 1061 students including a sixth form, has a history rooted in the former Milford Haven Grammar School, opened in 1964.
- Recent events at Milford Haven School have drawn increased attention to safeguarding concerns.
Police were called to Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire earlier today, , following reports of a disturbance. While details remain limited, the incident has prompted a response from both local law enforcement and the Pembrokeshire County Council.
The school, established in 1988 and currently serving 1061 students including a sixth form, has a history rooted in the former Milford Haven Grammar School, opened in 1964. The current comprehensive school was formed through a remodel incorporating pupils from the former Central Secondary Modern School. The location of the school, on Steynton Road, has previously been subject to scrutiny due to its distance from the town centre and proximity to a main road.
Recent events at Milford Haven School have drawn increased attention to safeguarding concerns. Just last week, on , a parent, Jenn Reynolds, publicly raised concerns after her 13-year-old son, who has ADHD and autism, was questioned by police at the school in connection with suspected cannabis possession. Reynolds alleges she wasn’t informed of the incident for several hours, learning about it at approximately 5:00 PM from Deputy Head Mr. Thomas, despite the initial questioning occurring around 12:00 PM.
According to Reynolds, another student allegedly handed her son cannabis, and he was subsequently searched and questioned by police without her immediate knowledge. She expressed concern over her son’s vulnerability and the lack of immediate parental notification, stating, “My kid is vulnerable—he would agree to anything,” and emphasizing that, given his additional needs, she should have been present during any search or questioning. Reynolds also referenced a previous incident in Year 7 involving an assault on her son and alleged discrepancies in the handling of the perpetrator’s disciplinary action, leading to a temporary ban from the school premises for herself.
The cannabis incident is currently being discussed within local parent groups, with some advocating for escalation of the matter. Pembrokeshire County Council has confirmed that its education and safeguarding teams are involved and that “appropriate communication was held with key agencies.”
This latest police call follows a similar incident reported on , where police were called to the school following a disturbance involving a video circulating on social media depicting an assault. A Pembrokeshire County Council spokesperson at the time confirmed that staff members had contacted the police to “minimise disruption to the learning of other pupils.”
The current head teacher of Milford Haven School is Ceri-Ann Morris, who assumed the role in April 2018. The school’s governing body is chaired by D Gibby. The school’s motto is “Excelsior.”
In October 2019, school governors had requested a consultation with Pembrokeshire County Council regarding the potential closure of the school’s sixth form, citing declining pupil numbers, reduced curriculum options, and concerns about the provision not adequately meeting student needs. This proposal sparked negative reactions within the local community, including an online petition and concerns about increased travel distances for students seeking sixth form education.
Demographically, just over 18% of Milford Haven School pupils are eligible for free school meals, slightly higher than the Welsh average of approximately 15% for secondary schools. Very few pupils come from Welsh-speaking homes, and just under 2% have statements of special educational needs. The school’s catchment area encompasses Milford Haven and the area extending westwards to Dale.
The recent incidents raise broader questions about school safety and safeguarding protocols within Pembrokeshire County. While the Council has affirmed its involvement and communication with relevant agencies, the concerns voiced by parents like Jenn Reynolds highlight the importance of timely and transparent communication in addressing sensitive situations involving vulnerable students. The school’s location and previous criticisms regarding its suitability, coupled with these recent events, may prompt further review of security measures and support systems for students at Milford Haven School.
Further updates are expected as the investigation into today’s disturbance progresses and as Pembrokeshire County Council continues its involvement. The Pembrokeshire Herald reported a heavy police presence in Milford Haven on November 3, 2025, though the nature of that incident was not detailed in the available information.