Emergency crews responding to fire at Bendigo school

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fire which occurred at a school in Bendigo this morning.

Emergency services were called to Gaol Road about 4.50am and found a building well alight.

Fire crews extinguished the blaze but at least one building has been extensively damaged.

The fire is being treated as suspicious and a crime scene has been established.

Fire investigators will attend the site later this morning to determine the cause of the blaze.

Anyone with information about the fire is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link.

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