Mr Paul Marsden, Headteacher of St Bedes’s Catholic High School, has paid tribute to Bella Greer, who attended the Talbot Road school.

Mr Marsden writes, ‘The Saint Bede’s community are heartbroken by the passing of our friend and Year 9 pupil, Bella Greer. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bella’s family and loved ones at this unimaginably difficult time. Although Bella only joined Saint Bede’s a few months ago, she became a loved and highly-valued member of our school family. We will miss her and we will remember her. School will remain open as normal so that we can continue to support and look after our pupils.

Eternal rest, grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

Saint Bede, pray for us.’