A school has paid tribute to a 16-year-old girl who died just days after falling ill. Lily Petts, a Year 11 student at Newcastle Academy in Newcastle-under-Lyme, suffered a brain bleed on April 30 and passed away shortly after receiving care at Royal Stoke University Hospital.
In a statement, Newcastle Academy described Lily as a 'much-loved' student who was 'kind, eloquent, and truly bright'. The school said she brought 'warmth and positivity' to the community and was highly regarded by both staff and students for her friendly nature and quiet support of others.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to raise funds for Lily's funeral. The school offered its 'thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies' to Lily's family and friends, and asked the wider community to respect the family's privacy during this difficult time.
