A SCHOOL has been forced to shut after a teenage pupil was found dead on its grounds.

       An investigation has now been launched following the tragic death at Kaimes School in Edinburgh.

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       Kaimes School Edinburgh Credit: Media Scotland

       Students were sent home shortly after midday on Tuesday after police and ambulance crews rushed to the incident in the Liberton area of the city following a series of emergency calls from teachers.

       The 17-year-old pupil was treated by paramedics, but was later pronounced dead at the scene.

       The school, which caters for those with complex needs on the autism spectrum, remained closed today and is not expected to reopen this week.

       Devastated carers told Edinburgh Live how the school community - which includes young learners from across the capital and beyond - had been left "shocked" by the incident.

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       Police Scotland confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the boy’s passing, but said officers were following several lines of enquiry.

       A spokesperson added: “Around 11:30am on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, police responded to a concern for a person call at a school on Lasswade Road, Edinburgh.

       “Medical assistance was provided by paramedics to a 17-year-old boy, however, he died at the scene.

       “There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."

       Support is now being offered to pupils affected by the incident.

       Amanda Hatton, executive director of education and children’s services at the City of Edinburgh Council, said: “I am absolutely saddened to hear this tragic news and my immediate thoughts are with the family.

       "My heartfelt sympathies go out to the school community and everyone who has been affected. Support is being offered to any pupils or staff who may require it.”