School Community Mourns Suspected Drug Death
A headteacher has shared a heartbreaking tribute following the death of an 11-year-old schoolgirl in a suspected drug-related incident.
Olivia Curley, a pupil at Hermitage Academy, passed away at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow on November 17th. She had fallen ill at her family home in Helensburgh.
Headteacher's Heartfelt Tribute
Douglas Morgan, the headteacher at Hermitage Academy, expressed the profound sadness felt across the entire school community. He described Olivia as a much-loved member who had recently transitioned from Hermitage Primary School.
"Olivia was a much-loved member of our school community and an important part of the P7 group at Hermitage Primary, who recently joined us at Hermitage Academy," Mr Morgan said. "Her loss is felt profoundly by staff, pupils, and families alike."
A Community in Grief
The school has extended its deepest sympathies to Olivia's family and friends as they navigate this incredibly difficult time. The sudden loss of such a young life has sent shockwaves through the local area, highlighting the devastating consequences of substance abuse.
The incident is a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities facing young people and has prompted an outpouring of grief from all who knew her.
