Tributes have been paid to an "amazing" teacher who "touched a lot of people's hearts" following his death. The teacher, understood to be named Mr Wright, died in hospital after suffering a medical emergency at Co-op Academy Oldershaw on Friday, November 6.
Medical emergency at the academy
Emergency services were called to the academy at 10.50am following reports of a medical episode involving a member of staff. The incident is understood to have taken place shortly after the school's morning assembly. The teacher died a short time later in hospital.
In a statement shared on social media at the time, the school said: "Dear parents and carers, please be advised we currently have an on-site medical episode with a member of staff that has needed support from emergency services."
"Students are continuing with their day as normal at this time. We will update you with any further information if required." The school later issued an update informing parents and carers that it would be closing early.
Community tributes
Since news of his death, tributes have been shared on social media, with former pupils, parents and members of the wider community remembering Mr Wright and the impact he had on those around him.
Responding on the ECHO's Facebook page, Jenny Seale said: "Absolutely heartbreaking. My thoughts go out to the family, friends, staff, and pupils and the wider school community at this time. Sending love and hugs."
Michelle Parker added: "It's hit me. And I didn't even know him. He was my son's form teacher for a while. My son had nothing but nice things to say about him. Said he would call him Sam the Man. So sad. Say bye to your family in the morning and never come back. My heart goes out to all the teachers especially his family. RIP."
Lisa Abernethy said: "Mr Wright, thank you for helping my daughter. She said you were a great teacher and you actually listened, helped and made lessons fun. You will be greatly missed by many."
Robbie Carr wrote: "How devastating that must be for the family and pupils. Sending condolences." Anne Louise said: "Very sad, the kids said he was amazing." Rachel Bycroft added: "This is awful. Condolences to the family."
Linda Hassan said: "Very sad condolences to all affected. May he Rest in eternal peace." Colin McAuley said: "RIP Mr Wright, you've touched a lot of people's hearts. Love to your family and friends."
Official responses
A spokesperson for Co-op Academy said: "A member of staff at Co-op Academy Oldershaw sadly died last Friday. The school community is deeply saddened by this loss, and our thoughts are with the family, friends, colleagues and pupils at this difficult time."
"Out of respect for the family's privacy, we will not be issuing any further information."
A spokesperson for North West Ambulance Service said: "We responded to a patient requiring medical attention following a call at 10.50am and took them to hospital for further treatment."
Co-op Academies Trust officially took over The Oldershaw School in September 2026, rebranding it as Co-op Academy Oldershaw.
