Alliance High School sent students home today on Thursday, June 4, 2026, following an early morning fire incident in one of its older dormitories.
In a statement dated June 4, 2026, the school said the fire, which affected a small section of mattresses and broke out around 3 a.m., was swiftly contained with no injuries reported.
As a precautionary measure, the institution convened an emergency parents’ meeting before directing learners to return home for the weekend to allow for internal review and further safety checks.
The school also stated that the incident involved a small section of mattresses in one of their older dormitories.
“We wish to inform you that an incident involving a small section of mattresses in one of the older dormitory facilities occurred within the school. We are grateful to report that the situation was promptly contained and managed by the school administration and relevant teams. Most importantly, all students are safe, accounted for, and continuing with their normal morning activities and academic routines,” reads the statement by the institution.
Following the incident which preliminary reports indicate started at around 3am, the school invited parents to a meeting at 10:00 a.m.
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“As a precautionary measure, and in keeping with our commitment to student welfare, safety, and open communication with parents, the Board of Management and the School Administration have resolved to convene a brief parents’ meeting at the school today at 10.00 a.m,” stated the institution.
The meeting is expected to update parents on the incident and outline our immediate response. It will also address concerns and discuss both short- and long-term plans for student safety and welfare.
After the meeting, the school asked parents to take their sons home for the weekend. This precautionary measure is to allow the institution time for internal reviews and investigations.
“Following the meeting, parents are kindly requested to leave with their sons and spend the weekend with them at home,” reads the report by the institution.
The school reassured parents that there is no cause for alarm, and extended its gratitude for their understanding and cooperation as it affirmed that student safety and welfare remain its top priorities.
By Frank Mugwe
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