Boy charged with attempted murder over Norfolk school stabbing
The 15 year old due in youth court today
Last updated 13th Mar 2026
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder after a teenage girl was stabbed at a secondary school in Norfolk.
The girl has since been released from hospital following the attack at the Thorpe St Andrew School shortly before 10.30am on Wednesday (11 March).
Pupils were put into lockdown in their classrooms after the incident on Laundry Lane.
Thorpe St Andrew School said on Thursday that staff “remained calm” throughout “a prolonged and understandably distressing situation”.
It added that the teenage girl was “doing well” and would be welcomed “back to school when she is ready”.
In a statement on Thursday, Norfolk Police said: “The 15-year-old boy was arrested and taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre for questioning.
“He has since been charged with attempted murder and possession of a knife on a school premises.
“He cannot be named for legal reasons.
“He has been remanded into custody and is due to appear at Norwich Youth Court on Friday (13 March).
“Officers will continue to conduct reassurance patrols both at the school and in the area over the coming days.”