Boy, 16, charged with arson over fire at 160-year-old London Oratory School

Boy, 16, charged with arson over fire at 160-year-old London Oratory School

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A 16-year-old boy has been charged with arson following a fire at the London Oratory School in west London on Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police said.

Ten fire engines and about 70 firefighters were called to the 160-year-old Catholic school, which admits for boys aged seven to 18 and girls aged 16 to 18, on Seagrave Road in Fulham at 10am on Wednesday.

The fire was brought under control and no injuries have been reported, but part of an atrium in the four-storey building was damaged by fire.

A nearby shopping centre and some residential addresses were evacuated as a precaution, and residents were urged to keep their windows closed.

Former prime minister Sir Tony Blair and former deputy prime minister Sir Nick Clegg both sent their sons there, while the school’s alumni include actor Simon Callow and trade unionist Mick Whelan.

He will appear in custody at Highbury Youth Court later on Friday.

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