Staff at Kaimes Special School in Edinburgh say a long-running vermin infestation poses health risks, prompting council pest control action.
Staff at Kaimes Special School in Edinburgh have raised alarm over what they describe as a “disgusting” vermin infestation that has plagued the premises for months. Employees reported mice leaving droppings in pupils’ work trays, while a dead rodent was recently discovered inside a staff member’s bag.
In an email seen by local media, staff warned that mice had gotten into food bags and flies were “flying about, a sign of something dead.” The note described the situation as “upsetting,” urging vigilance to protect the health of pupils and employees.
Workers say the infestation poses particular risks to the vulnerable children the school serves, many of whom have autism and additional support needs. “It makes me feel physically sick at the thought of what bacteria we are touching daily,” one staff member said.
Councillor James Dalgleish, Education, Children and Families Convener, confirmed council pest control teams had visited the school and pledged continued monitoring to safeguard health.